Archive for January, 2010

Taking Family Cycling in France Holiday

// January 25th, 2010 // No Comments » // Adventure Tours

bigviews1Cyclists of all abilities can look forward to some fantastic scenery whilst on a cycling holiday in France, along with experiencing traditional French cuisine in the many hotels you stop at on your travels through the scenic countryside.

France is a country that is extremely enthusiastic about cycling, as we are all no doubt well aware with the Tour de France, and they have made it ever so easy to explore the countryside and cities on two wheels, with dedicated cycle paths and routes all around.

Cycling holidays will give you peace and tranquillity with awesome views of countryside, chateaux, medieval towns, hilltops, valleys and (more…)

What you should prepare for Kilimanjaro Climbing

// January 19th, 2010 // 1 Comment » // Sport Vacations

taman-nasional-kilimanjaroReady to climb up Kilimanjaro and enjoy your experience on the mountain it is worth making the effort to prepare yourself to a reasonable level of fitness. No amount of preparation will make it a certainty that you will make it to the top, but you will have a better chance and find the climb more rewarding if you are physically prepared.

Kilimanjaro isn’t a technical climb – you don’t need to learn to use ropes or to rock climb.

You don’t have to have a six-pac or perfect figure to climb Kilimanjaro in fact a few pounds of extra insulation helps with the extreme cold and energy demand placed upon the body whilst on the mountain. (more…)

Beach vacation – Taveuni Palms Fiji

// January 12th, 2010 // No Comments » // Beach Vacations

taveuni_beaches-fijiThe Taveuni Palms in Fiji is an intimate retreat offering two private guest houses, a secluded sandy beach, and even a freshwater swimming pool. The island has many spectacular things to offer, such as scuba diving, kayaking, snorkeling, hiking, and many other vacation activities.

The Taveuni Island has always been known for its unique and colorful sea life, tropical fish, and amazing varieties of soft and hard coral. The Rainbow Reef, Great White Wall, Purple Wall, and Zoo dive sites are all within easy reach of the
Taveuni resort.

The Great White Wall reef offers a tunnel with two exits, one at 33 feet and another at 88 feet. When you swim through it, you’ll notice a white glow that is given off by the soft corals that seem to surround you. (more…)