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Friday, June 18, 2010

Planning a trip to Hawaii, but not sure which island is best for you?

Here's a quick overview of each Hawaiian island to help you plan you plan where you want to visit on your Hawaii vacation.

Oahu:  A wondrous combination that blends Honolulu's big city shopping, nightlife and entertainment with abundant nature, historical significance and Hawaiian traditions.  

Maui:  Boasts several fine golden-sand beaches, serene panoramas and some of the world's best golf courses.  

Hawaii Big Island:  The island is home to plunging waterfalls, three active volcanoes, snow-capped mountains, tropical flora and fauna, ancient temples and even cowboys and ranch life. 

Kauai:  This island's intense, natural beauty leads to endless opportunities for exploration and outdoor activities.  

Lanai:  With no stoplights, this true island getaway offers seclusion, unique beauty and two masterpiece golf courses designed by legends.

Tuesday, June 01, 2010

We all “feel” better getting away on vacation. Did you know it really is not just your imagination? Science and statistics show it is true.  Vacations can reduce risk of heart disease, depression and even slow down the aging process. How about this statistic… Two vacations can cut your risk of heart attack by 50%.

Vacations help reduce stress, which will always help your health. 

Here are some other  tips to reduce stress during travel.

• Get away long enough time to let go of your daily grind.  A week is recommended.
• Watch your time zones – too many time zones actually increase your stress on your body’s natural rhythms.
• Don’t over schedule your trip – Make sure you have quiet time each day.
• Be social – making new acquaintances has a restorative power.
• Enjoy physical activity – moderate exercise like swimming and walking are great energy boosters.

How sad that a third or us do not use all our vacation days!  Hopefully this will inspire you to take some time to better your health with travel.

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Friday, November 20, 2009

Travel to the age-old traditions and dazzling modernity of the Orient, or the golden spires and emerald landscapes of Southeast Asia.

As cruise lines expand cruise offerings in Asia, they are beginning to add new and interesting ports of call. In 2010, new ports are included in Indonesia, Malaysia and South Korea. We anticipate these itineraries will attract not only new passengers, but also those who have already cruised in Asia, that can now enjoy new ports.

Malaysia:

Sandakan: Founded in 1879, this bustling port was once the capital of British North Borneo and home to the greatest concentration of millionaires in Southeast Asia during the heyday of the timber industry. Today it is renowned as the gateway to exotic wildlife, including the endangered proboscis monkeys.

Kota Kinablu: Situated on the South China Sea, the capital of the state of Sabah is a favorite of nature lovers and sports enthusiasts. Nearby rainforests are inhabited by orangutans, and the coral reefs teem with marine life.

Kuching: The capital of Sarawak, Malaysia is reminiscent of a bygone era with its mix of ornate temples, historic buildings and Chinese shop houses. From here you can take a shore excursion to a village housing the once feared Dyak tribe which practiced head hunting into the last century.

Indonesia:

Padang Bay, Bali: More than 17,000 islands make up the Indonesian archipelago, and none is as enticing as Bali, with a rich Hindu culture that has produced some of the finest arts and crafts in Asia including exquisite wood carvings and sculpted masks. Bali's 10,000 temples are scattered across a lush landscape of terraced rice paddies, volcanic mountains, tropical rainforests and river gorges.

Semarang: Gateway to the mammoth Buddhist temple complex at Borobudur, it is also adjacent to the island of Lombok where villagers practice ancient Sask weaving techniques handed down over the centuries.

Komodo Island: Home of the fearsome Komodo Dragons, the largest lizards in the world, that roamed the earth during the dinosaur era.

South Korea:

Jeju Island: Known as the "Island of the Gods" and the "Hawaii of the Orient," Jeju has some terrific beaches and is famous for its shitake mushrooms and cactus plants. Dominating the island is 6,000 ft. Mt. Halasan, the highest point in Korea which last erupted in 1007 AD. It is a popular hiking spot.

Mokpo: Here you can sample exotic cuisine, visit the fascinating Mokpo Modern History Museum and take an excursion to stone age dolmens that make up a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Of course, popular ports are still being offered including Singapore, Hong Kong, Halong Bay, Phuket, Bangkok, Shanghai and Xingang.

In 2010, cruise lines offering Asia cruises are Costa Cruise Line, Azamara Cruises, Seabourn, Regent Seven Seas, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line and Royal Caribbean.

Sue Brage blogs about the latest news, travel advice, tips and deals for Atlas Cruises & Tours => We invite you to read more about Asia Cruises & Yangtze River Cruises @ http://www.escortedasiatours.com/Cruises.asp.

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Friday, October 23, 2009

Here are some of the most popular things to do while visiting Maui.

Atlantis Submarine 
Take a deep dive down to see a technicolor world of fish, coral gardens and a sunken shipped named the Carthaginian aboard a modern submarine. From December through April, you may even site whales.

Haleakala Crater
If you're looking for an out of this world experience, check out the lava formations and exotic plant life of this massive seven and a half mile long crater.  Haleakala is the world's largest dormant volcano. At 10,032 feet above sea level, it provides views that are out of this world.  Get up early and see the crater at sunrise.  For the adventurous, you can take a 38 mile bike trip coasting down the volcano ending into he town of Paia.

Lahaiana
Sailors and pirates once caroused in this beautiful seaport in search of wine and women.  Things have tame down quite a bit since then, but there's still a party going on with lots of bars, restaurants, museums and ships. Why not take a surfing lesson with an expert instructor or attend a Luau to experience traditional Hawaii cuisine, dances and music.

Road to Hana
Splash mountain has nothing on this 50 mile long road past waterfalls, rainforests, botanical gardens, streams and the Seven Sacred Pools.  The road ends at "heavenly Hana, where you can explore freshwater caves, as well as beautiful black and white sand beaches.

Moloka'i by Helicopter
Enjoy amazing views of Hawaii's tallest waterfall, remote valleys the Kalaupapa Peninsula and the world's highest sea cliffs.