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Embark on a Tour of South Africa

South Africa is a country rich in culture and heritage, fast-paced, dynamic and cosmopolitan. It is renowned for its array of natural attractions ' from the stretches of untouched beaches, to the rolling mountains and game reserves teeming with some of the world's most magnificent bird and wildlife species. It is also known for gold mining and cities that bustle with life and activity. It is recommended that a tour of South Africa should last at least 2 weeks ' as this is the ideal amount of ...
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Bird Watching Mecca - Acadia National Park

When it comes to birding, Acadia National Park is a mecca for sightings. The Park has 338 bird species, which is a record for any national park in the United States. The list of species includes such rare birds as the bald eagle, 23 warbler variations and falcons by the bushel load. If you're looking to fill out your life list, Acadia is the place to be. The park has such a wide variety of bird species because of a unique environment. Part of the park consists of offshore islands that provide ...
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Stargazing Binoculars: What to Look For

About the Author: There are certain things that you should look for when going out to purchase stargazing binoculars. Just like most products, there are many manufactures of astronomy binoculars, each one wanting you to purchase their product. So, here is what is really important.
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Camping Makes the Weekend Perfect

Do you have a weekend without anything to do or a weekend when you don't want to do anything? I know what I'd do. I would pack up the truck and head for the woods. Sitting by a camp fire with your favorite people solves many problems, so you shouldn't wait too long between fires. My favorite thing to do on a weekend is to camp. Are you looking for an easy way to camp? How about car camping? I love it! First of all, let's define car camping? When you can drive your vehicle right up to the camp ...
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Top 25 Most Visited Tourist Destinations in America

Here is the list of top 25 most visited tourist destinations in America according to Forbes. The list includes the thundering falls of Niagara, it also features the harrowing water-chutes of Disneyland's and Pirates of the Caribbean.Seven of the 25 attractions are amusement parks; Disney World's Magic Kingdom, in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, remains on top in the theme-park world. Tourists appreciate renowned art collections and sunny beaches in equal measure.Many foreign visitors are interested ...
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Visiting the Gambia

Holiday travel to distant, more unusual destinations is no longer just the remit of the seasoned adventurer. With the expansion of cheap flight options, more and more resorts, that were previously "off the radar" for the traditional holidaymaker, are now available. The Gambia, situated on the west coast of Africa is one such option. The major benefit of this location is undoubtedly its climate, which boasts almost year round daily sunshine and very agreeable subtropical weather. Rainfall is ...
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Pick 'n Mix Your South African Adventures

The internet has changed the way people travel, and most travellers now book their flights online. As a result many travel agents have cut-back or even closed down some of their branches or offices. Independent travellers like to plot their own course, and combined with the online phenomenon this has naturally led to an abundance of websites in the tourism industry. Some websites offer all-in group packages, some only offer international or local flights, some offer fly/drive packages, and ...
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KwaZulu-Natal- Shaka's Heaven on Earth

The remarkable diversity of attractions of the KwaZulu-Natal region is unsurpassed in South Africa. It encompasses the splendid Drakensburg Mountains, sublime subtropical beaches, top rated nature and game reserves, historic battlefields, rolling green hills of the Natal Midlands and the city of Durban. The range of activities possible is a challenge even for those with the most eclectic of tastes: swimming, fishing, boating, scuba diving, hiking, abseiling, game viewing, cultural and ...
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Ethiopia Tour

Ethiopia is an enchanting country whose delights are unknown to most travelers. And yet this is a truly unique destination with such attractions as can be found nowhere else in the world. The biggest draw is the rich Orthodox Christian heritage. Ethiopia was one of the very first nations to embrace Christianity, way back in the 4th century AD. The wonderful churches, monasteries, icons and relics to be found here is a reminder of the central role the Church has played in the history of the ...
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Surfside Beach Up and Going Strong After Hurricane Ike

Hurricane Ike came roaring on shore in September 2008 with Galveston and Surfside Beach in its bullseye. Galveston and Bolivar Island, on the "dirty" side of the storm, suffered significant damage. Surfside Beach on the good side of the hurricane, fared the wrath of nature amazingly well. A scant 4 months after the storm, Surfside Beach is up and thriving. Very few reminders of Ike are visible, with the possible exception of a closed Kitty's Purple Cow. Kitty's was a Surfside Beach as well as ...
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