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Do I need an organization for Volunteer Abroad?
// December 21st, 2009 // No Comments » // Volunteer Vacations
No,
- if you easily get in contact with people,
- speak the language in your destination country,
- are flexible and have some time to research first,
- just want a hands on experience opposite be a part of long-term development.
Yes,
- if you just travel for a short period,
- have no in-country contacts,
- do not speak the language,
- want to contribute to long-term development
- want someone who guides you through cultural differences and helps you with adjusting. Continue Reading
Beach Vacations For Winter
// December 19th, 2009 // No Comments » // Beach Vacations
During the winter months, finding a beach vacation spot can be a little difficult. It doesn’t have to be, which is where this article will really come in handy. Below, you’ll find some resorts that offer a unique twist to your winter beach vacation.
1. Molokai Ranch and Lodge
On a white sand shore on the tiny Hawaiian island of Molokai, guests will stay in comfortable yet unique tents. Each double unit canvas bungalow sits on wooden platforms, offers queen size beds in one unit, twin beds in the other, solar powered lights, and a private bathroom with hot water showers. Continue Reading
The Top 6 Beach Vacations Spots
// December 19th, 2009 // No Comments » // Beach Vacations
No matter what season it may be, taking a beach vacation is both fun and relaxing. There are many beaches all over the world to pick from. You can choose from a white sandy beach, lava rock beach, secluded beach, or a popular beach – as the choice is entirely up to you.
1. Polo Beach – Hawaii
The Polo Beach of Hawaii is a sandy beach with clear water, making it ideal for swimming and also snorkeling. It’s located in South Maui and fronted by the Fairmont Kea Lani Maui, which is a luxury beach vacation resort.
2. Seven Mile Beach – Jamaica
The Seven Mile Beach of Negril is the longest stretch of white sand in Jamaica. Located near Continue Reading
Surfing Holidays Off The Beaten Track
// November 25th, 2009 // No Comments » // Sport Vacations
When surfers think about heading off on the next adventure in search of perfect waves and fun times, most think of the classic point breaks of California, the sandy beaches of France, perfect tropical reef setup’s in Bali Indonesia, beautiful turquoise waves in Australia and of course those world class heavy waves in Hawaii. We want you to give all these typical surfing locations the flick and discover 5 surfing holidays off the beaten track. Discover the great, uncrowded surf in the Mid Atlantic, Caribbean, Pacific and Indian Ocean.
Surfing Holiday Cape Verde
Cape Verde which means green cape is a captivating island in the Atlantic Ocean a few hundred miles off Mauritania and Senegal. The island’s people blend African, Brazilian and Portuguese culture mixed with world class surfing, kite surfing and windsurfing. The little known Cape Verde is also known as the “African Caribbean” and its brimming with character and endless snow-white sands. Continue Reading