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Amanwana: An Indonesion Island Paradise

February 28th, 2009 No comments

Amanwana Resort is located on the Indonesian Island of Moyo, near Bali. The resort is has the feel of a luxury camp, complete with tent accommodations. Each tent is decorated in soft natural colors, with hardwood floors, teak windows, and its own coral stone deck.

Moyo Island is a nature preserve, and the camp reflects that. The primary attractions are diving and snorkeling, either from the camps boats or the jetty.The guests enjoy an incredible world of seldom-seen sea life: Giant and Hawksbill turtles swimming amidst a coral reef, tropical fish darting through turquoise waters and multi-colored plant life. The island teems with macaque monkeys, deer and wild boar. Eagles and Osprey nest on the island as well.

The tents nestle under a canopy of trees. They are fully air-conditioned, and sound proof, with a canvas roof and solid coral walls. They are beautifully appointed with hardwood flooring, a bed, a writing desk and luxury bath. Each has its own private coral stone deck. Sand paths lead the way to the common areas and facilities.

The dining pavilion is open-air, with coconut-wood columns and hardwood floors. Every table has a view of the sea. Traditional Asian entrees are offered at every meal, as well as western selections. The resort offers barbeques on the beach and dinner cruises.

The Dive Centre can assist with equipment or arrangements for diving. Other water sports are offered, including kayaking, wind surfing, snorkeling and Hobie Cats. The boardwalk is the spot for sunning and snacks, with a fresh water pool for dipping.

The Jungle Cove Spa offers spa treatments in an outdoor setting. Coral stone walls divide the outdoor spa into three areas, all facing the bay. Enjoy a massage with watching distant Mount Rinjani, or a long soak under a shady tamarind tree.

To get the Amanwana resort, travelers from the US usually connect through Singapore or Hong Kong. From there, domestic flights are available, as is some ferry service. Rates begin at 800.00 per night. Meal plan is mandatory.

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Three Paradise Islands In Thailand

February 19th, 2009 No comments

1. Koh Lanta – bring your family and stay longer than you expected..

Koh Lanta is a beautiful and relaxed tropical island. In Sweden Koh Lanta is called the Swedish island, and it is true a lot of Swedes do come here and tend to stay for a long time or come back year after year.

Koh Lanta’s own Swedish school makes it easy for families with young childres to stay for long periods of time, without having their kids getting behind in their studies. No matter your budget, at Koh Lanta everyone can find accomodation to suit their needs, from the simplest “beach shack” living to five star resorts.

2. Koh Phangan – get ready to party

Koh Panghan is the island of party, backpackers and party again. Probably not the best choice if you are not into the partyscene and definetely not if you are planning to go there during the “full moon party” week of the month.

But if you are ready to party all night with a cool mix of travellers from every corner of the earth, then this is a good place. If you do arrive here on one of the three more quiet weeks of each month, you can enjoy beautiful beaches and a more relaxed wibe. Koh Pangan has accomodation from really cheap up to luxury. You get here by boat from Ko Samui or Surat Thani.

3. Koh Jum – experience a true island paradise

Just north of Koh Lanta is Koh Jum, a much, much more relaxed island than Koh Phangan. Here you can experience a true paradise island with fantastic beaches and no nightlife or party.

There are only around ten different places to stay and they are all cheap and simple living style bungalows. The easiest way to get here is by boat from Krabi.

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