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This region is most commonly known as the Osa Pennsula. Some of the things you will find in it are: the highest mountain in Costa Rica, Mount Chirripo; Pavones, one of the longest left surf breaks in world; and Corcovado National Park, one of the most biologically diverse places in the world. You will find the Osa Peninsula extending from Playa Dominical, south to Panama. Nature lovers go crazy here because this is where you can find the largest portion of preserved land in national parks of Costa Rica.

What places can I visit in the Osa Peninsula?

Dominical

This is a laid back town where you will be able to experience walking barefoot or swinging in a hammock in this cool seaside village. This is one of the best places to see whales and dolphins. This is also a popular surf spot but if you want to do it be careful it’s not for beginners.

Drake Bay

This is a secluded spot of Costa Rica popular among nature lovers and eco-tourists. You can only access it by plane or by boat and sometimes by taxi. Don’t be surprised by how remote this place is because locals want to preserve the natural environment of a natural world.

Puerto Jimenez

This is also a secluded place of the Osa Peninsula, Puerto Jimenez. In it you will find dirt roads, well developed tourist infrastructure, luxurious hotels and variety of restaurants.

Pavones

It is famous for its left point break. It is one of the longest surf breaks in the world and is the pride of Pavones. It has been recorded to last up to three minutes on a slow, south swell.

What are the most popular National Parks?

Ballena National Marine Park

This water park is named after the humpback whales that migrate here from August to October and December to April and give a brautiful spectacle. It also welcomes the Olive Ridley turtle as they come ashore to nest along more than nine miles of coast.

Corcovado National Park

It was called by the National Geograhic one of the “most biologically intense places on our planet” and with good reason. It has over 4% of the world’s total plant and animal species. It home to 370 species of birds, 140 species of mammals, 40 species of freshwater fish, 117 species of reptiles & amphibians.

Marina K. Villatoro, has lived in Central America – Costa Rica and Guatemala for over 10 years. She’s traveled these parts extensively and now loves to organize vacations to these amazing parts of the world. With her first hand experience, she can recommend the best options for you. Contact her for advice and to plan your perfect trip!

Tanzania national parks and game reserves are home to an amazing diversity of wildlife, making for incomparable Africa game watching safaris. Among these game reserves, the five parks below stand out as the best of the best.

Ruaha National Park

Ruaha national park occupies 12,950 sq km, making it the second largest national park in Tanzania. Located 128 km from Iringa, this park is named after the great Ruaha river, which attracts many thirsty animals to its banks, among them lions, leopards, hyenas, water bucks, and reed bucks. The river also hosts several hippos and crocodiles. Other animals found in Ruaha include zebras, wild dogs, giraffes, lesser and greater kudu, impala, and several antelope species. Ruaha national park is unique in that it combines Southern Africa and Eastern Africa flora and fauna.

Ruaha’s topography is ideal for hiking and walking safaris. In the rainy season between March to April and October to November, the bird population peaks to a high of over 350 bird species – including some Eurasian migrants. Ruaha’s climate is hot and dry, with temperatures reaching 40 degrees Celsius in October. The Ruaha is was until recently totally inaccessible, but there is now a year round road access to the park. From Dar es Salaam, road travel takes 10 hours while a charter flight takes 1 and and half hours. The best time for a safari is over the dry season- May to December.

Lake Manyara National Park

The Lake Manyara National Park is without doubt the best destination for birdwatching in Tanzania due to its unrivaled birdlife. The waterfowl and several migratory birds are some of the bird species found here. Lake Manyara national park is also one of the greatest places for viewing leopards atop the lush green vegetation. Tree-climbing lions are also common in parts of the park. The National Park is located between Lake Manyara and the walls of the great Rift Valley, which rise up to 610 meters above.

The periods between December and February and between August and September constitute the best times for going on safari in Lake Manyara national park. However, it is still possible to see animals throughout the year. Most parts of the park are easily accessible, making it possible for you to see all its major attractions in two hours. Lake Manyara National park has three habitats: groundwater green forests, acacia woodlands, and open floodplains.

Tarangire National Park

Named after the Tarangire River, Tarangire National Park is also part of the northern tourism circuit. The park area is approximately 2,600 sq km and has a high concentration of wildlife during the dry seasons as well as a high number of elephants. With over 570 bird species, the place is surely a birdwatchers’ paradise.

The best time to go on safari in Tarangire national park is in the dry months from June to September. The dry weather at that time force many animals to congregate at the river to drink water. There is also less vegetation cover at this time, giving you great animal spotting chances. You also stand a better chance of seeing pythons at Tarangire than in any other places, particularly because Tarangire pythons have love climbing trees.

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Located towards the north of Tanzania on an area of over 7,000 square miles the Ngorongoro conservation area was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in’79. The park joins up with the Serengeti to the north-west and it is through here that wildebeest horde through during their world famous migration from the Masai Mara to Serengeti, then to Ngorongoro.

At the center of this conservation area lies the 264 sq km Ngorongoro crater, whose floor is inhabited by a great array of wildlife. Since the crater provides one of the greatest and very satisfying game watching experience, it is not a big surprise that it remains one of the most popular Tanzania destination for wildlife safaris.

Great herds of gazelle, antelope and zebra can be seen grazing along the river beds as well as large herds of elephants moving from one corner of the park to the other. It is also possible to see prides of lions sleeping lazily under the shady trees or at least hear a lion’s roar echoing off the walls of the crater. This is an exciting, though at times, shocking experience. Birdwatchers will also enjoy visiting Ngorongoro. Lake Ndutu in the area is home to a thriving population of birds. Some of the bird species you will see here include stocks, ducks and flamingos among may more.

Serengeti National Park

In the local Masai language, the word “Siringit” means unending plains. Serengeti’s name is derived from this word, describing the national parks open grassy plains. Occupying 12,950 sq km, this national park is part of the same ecosystem with Masai Mara game reserve in Kenya. This vast plain is the home of over 30 large mammal species and about 500 bird species.

The Serengeti hosts the largest and longest overland migration in the world, dubbed the Great Wildebeest Migration. The semi-annual occurrence that is said to be the world’s most spectacular wildlife show is one of the ten natural travel wonders of the world. Others include the Ngorongoro Crater and Victoria Falls.

The great wildebeest migration from Serengeti to the Mara generally takes place between July and August. It is however impossible to correctly predict its timing as it is largely dependent on the rain and pasture availability patterns. The reverse journey of the migration happens around October. About 2 million herbivores participate in the migration, with some of the most interesting moments being when they cross the Mara river in pursuit of greener pastures.

Serengeti is reached by both road and air. The road trip from Arusha, situated some 320km from the park, takes approximately 8 hours. International visitors to Serengeti are served by the Kilimanjaro International Airport in Arusha. From there, the visitors can travel by road to the park or take either scheduled or charter flights to Serengeti airstrips like Kirawira or Seronera.

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Visitors to the Gold Coast holiday will almost always the popular Surfers Paradise and Coolangatta but located in the middle of these two well known Gold Coast holiday destinations is the equally popular Burleigh Heads. Burleigh Heads National Park is home to a wide selection of native Australian wildlife and some stunning vistas. The walking tracks meander through the National Park are an attraction that every visitor should see. The stunning coastline that follows the National Park and the terrific vistas ensure visitors will want to return to Burleigh Heads.

The Burleigh Heads National Park is well known for its volcanic columns that reach down to sea level. The native aboriginal owners of this area were the Kombumerri people and they had named the rocky headland ‘Jellurgal’. There is a viewing platform in place and wheelchair access for so everyone can take in the views. Visitors will also see Australian brush-turkeys and their nesting mounds. Water dragons, seabirds and migrating whales are all part of the attraction that is Burleigh Heads National Park.

The Corporate Art Centre in Burleigh Heads is home to a contemporary art display and the Centre also sells home wares and artworks for individuals and large Australian corporates. On the last Sunday of each month more than 150 market vendors and stalls congregate for the Burleigh Art and Craft Markets with fresh produce, crafts, food and drinks, cakes and local preserves on offer that are unique to Burleigh Heads and the surrounding region.

Some of the greatest beaches of Gold Coast are in this area. One particular beach is patrolled all the time, allowing you to have safe fun and frolic with your family. Most of the beaches in Burleigh Heads have been adorned with breathtaking parklands, making them perfect picnic spots. You can take a leisurely sunbath and enjoy the local cuisine whenever you feel hungry. The restaurants and cafes in the Burleigh Heads beachfront will provide you food that you would have never tasted before. If you like shopping, the local craft and art selling shops in the market area will satisfy your liking in a novel manner.

Accommodation in Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast include apartments, resorts and hotels that offer excellent facilities and comfort in Gold Coast hotels or Gold Coast resorts. Some of the popular accommodations include Ambience on Burleigh Beach, Burleigh Beach Tower, 2nd Avenue Beachside Apartments, Burleigh Point Apartments, Aussie Resort, Burleigh Beach Motel, Burleigh on the Beach Holiday Apartments, Burleigh Palms Apartments and Burleigh Surf Apartments which all offer accommodation to work with any budget. You will also find a range of room configurations including single, double and triple bedroom apartments and suites. Standard inclusions with most accommodation are swimming pools, sauna and spa and outdoor barbeque. There are also many other common features in these hotels, apartments, motels and resorts in Burleigh Heads.

Other accommodation options for your Gold Coast holiday include the Koala Cove Holiday Apartments, Burleigh Terraces Holiday Apartments, Gemini Court Holiday Apartments, Hillhaven Holiday Apartments, Cashelmara Beachfront Apartments, Horizons Family Apartments, Indigo Blue Beachfront Apartments, Key Largo, Oceanside Cove Holiday Apartments and Outrigger Resort Gold Coast all with excellent facilities and with budget options.

A vibrant and diverse land, South Africa is home to dreamy beaches, exciting wild grasslands, awe-inspiring deserts, and even some rather impressive vineyards. The tragedy of Europe’s invasion and exploitation of the land has evolved since the fall of apartheid into a rich melting pot of both European and African culture. On a simple drive you may find yourself torn between the contrasting sights of white and black architecture and culture, from Paris to Delhi and back again. For those who are unaware, Indians are a significant portion of the communities of South Africa that have a great impact.

Best time to visit South Africa: Normally, anybody can visit South Africa year round, as the climate is pleasant and warm. The climate is exactly the opposite of the climate in North America or Europe. South Africa enjoys winter during the month of July.

In South Africa, June to September is the best time for safaris and wildlife observation. Because of dry season or dryness, animals come out near to the watering places. It is the best time to watch and observe them. Krger national park and in the protected game areas of KwaZulu Natal, are the noted parks of South Africa. Temp is around 25deg C. during day. As compare to the day, nights are cool. South African summer is warm on the east coast. Its Indian Ocean plays very important role in maintaining pleasant role for whole year. Some times summer is very bad and tough. Temperature goes up and very difficult to live. This could make bearable by extreme dryness. The autumn has usually pleasant temperatures. Some time its rains in autumn. Occasionally Cape Town goes thru unpleasant southeast winds. This usually abates from March to April.

Autumn normally has good temperatures with a little rain, and during this season the unpleasant winds in Cape Town begin to come to an end. In spring there are cooler temperatures with a medium amount of rain. This season is a treat for flower lovers. During August and September, visitors to Namaqualand in North Cape and the western areas of West Cape can enjoy the highly praised and anticipated “Miracle of Flowers.”

Following care is a must while traveling in Johannesburg and in the capital Pretoria: 1) Preferable travel in group. 2) Don’t carry much cash while site seeing. Keep cash in your room only. 3) Get full information in detail about tour / program and follow strictly. 4) Never drive with unlocked windows and doors. 5) It is advisable to go for rent a car. 6) If feels danger of attack, drive off immediately.

While special inoculations aren’t necessary, if you’re visiting during the rainier season, you should acquire a malaria shot. Don’t underestimate the mosquitoes; pack long-sleeved shirts and mosquito nets. The hospitals are quite competent and the pharmacies have a wide variety of medicines, but you must pay for these things locally, so you’ll want to get health insurance before you travel.

Customs Allowances: Each person may bring a liter of liquor, two liters of wine, 2 packs of cigarettes and 250 grams of tobacco as well as 50ml of perfume. The unit of currency is the South African Rand. As exchange rates vary, you will need to check the rate when you are booking hotels or making travel arrangements. The major, international credit cards are accepted in all states. With your own credit card and pin number you can get cash at many cash machines problem-free. The FIFA Football World Cup takes place in South Africa in 2010.

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Mountain Paradise hotel is really located in a paradise. There is a perfect balance between nature and luxury. It is a place that reflects a totally Costa Rican environment. Mountain Paradise Arenal hotel is a picturesque place to enjoy all that is Costa Rica. Below you will find an overview of this beautiful hotel in Arenal Costa Rica:

There are 40 suites with three styles of rooms available. Rooms have wireless Internet and the hotel will provide laptop computers for those clients who need then during their stay. The 24 Junior Suites have the choice of a king or queen sized bed. For entertainment there is a flat screen T.V. and cable. For comfort it has air conditioning and a whirlpool. Most important is the private garden and stunning view of the Arenal volcano Costa Rica.

The Master Suite has two bed rooms. One with a king sized bed the other with two single beds. The bathroom has a Jacuzzi and hydro massage shower. There is also a kitchen and mini bar. This suite comes with a pool are and garden to relax in. The big bonus is the personalized meal service for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The Premium rooms all come with My Home Intelligent Systems. This is a smart system that lets a guest control all the internal commands in the room with a remote control.

The Arenal hotel offers free transport to La Fortuna and the thermal waters. There are some holiday making tours available from Hotels Arenal Costa Rica. There is a walk or hike along the Las Colada Trail to the Arenal Volcano. It starts with a drive to the active north-western side of the Arenal volcano Costa Rica. The hike traverses the rain forest and a large lava flow that formed in 1992. The hike gives unique opportunities to see the variety of nature in the area as well as the lava formation. Arenal lake can be seen from the top of the flow formation. Red hot lava rolling down the side of the mountain can be seen at the viewing area at the end of the hike.

Most Hotels in Arenal Costa Rica offer horseback riding, perfect for admiring Costa Ricas beautiful landscape. The tour offered by Mountain Paradise hotel includes trained horses that go to the entrance of the La Fortuna waterfall. The ride includes traveling through private farms, forest and over hills. At the waterfall there is a short walk to the river. The swimming in the crystalline waters is worth the trip. A horseback volcano tour is also offered. It involves 3 hours of horseback riding through farms to the Arenal Volcano Costa Rica.

The Venado cave tour is an underground adventure through passages and chambers. There are stalactites, stalagmites, bats, spiders and the rock formation La Papaya to enjoy. Expect to get wet and muddy. There is also evidence that the caves were once at the bottom of the ocean.

There are many tours offered by Hotels in Arenal Costa Rica. Cano Negro Wildlife refuge is a great place for bird watching or just enjoying the exotic wild life native to the wetlands. Rio Celeste tour goes from La Fortuna to Rio Celeste in the Tenorio Volcano National Park. The Arenal hanging bridges is an easy 1.9 mile hike that includes crossing nine fixed bridges and six suspension bridges.

The Mountain Paradise Arenal hotel variety of tours offers many of the attractions in the Arenal region in one day. There is so much to do and see in the Arenal region. The views are stunning. Nature draws people out of the Hotels in Arenal Costa Rica.