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Scuba Diving In Key West: Sharks and Shipwrecks

May 7th, 2009 No comments

One of the most popular places for scuba diving in the US is Key West located right off the coast of Southern Florida. It is a warm water paradise that offers divers a fantastic world to explore. Divers from beginners to the experts come to Key West from all over the world. It offers some of the best diving experiences available.

Unique Experience

Scuba diving in Key West is not just another scuba diving location. It is a prime area with quality diving for all. It is a diving experience for those who are seeking more than an average diving experience. It is for those divers who enjoy, mystery, and more daring on their diving expeditions.

The diving in the key west is not your average experience, it is varied and provides something extra for every diver

Key West is known for its sharks. The experience of swimming in an area known for its sharks is not for everyone. All types of sharks have been seen including the well-known man-eater, the great white, which was made famous in the Jaws movies.

Some diving trips offer the chance to be submerged with the sharks inside a protective metal cage. Other options allow actual swimming with the sharks which wearing chain mail suit similar to king Arthur’s knights of the round table wore in battle.

As well as active sea and marine life in the area, it also offers the chance to esplore a lot of famous and fantastic ship wrecks. One of the most popular wrecks is a US Airforce missile tracking ship, this unique ship has three thirty 40 foot radar dishes, two dome-like tracking structures, rocket launchers, and a complete weather station.

The US Airforce ship was decommissioned it in 1983. It is commonly visited place by divers seeking more thrills than a normal dive trip.

Scuba Diving in Key West, Florida is a fun, and great place to in the world because of the warm waters, unique marine life, and interesting ship wrecks.

It is a diver?s paradise for thrills and adventure. So if you enjoy a challenge and a new view of the world, than you should be packing to head to the warm friendly waters of key west, keeping in mind that the sharks were there before you, so let them do there thing ;)

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What To Do In Costa Rica

April 20th, 2009 No comments

Visiting Costa Rica for many people is the vacation of a lifetime. With some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, stunning nature and scenery, a fabulous culture and some of the most fun activities for you and your family it is difficult to choose the very best thing that you can do while you are in Costa Rica.

One special activity comes to mind, however, that will give you the thrill of your life while you are enjoying the spectacular natural beauty of this area. Ziplining is an adrenaline rush and is a sure way to liven up your trip. The Costa Rican Cloud Forest will provide you and your family with everything you need for a tremendous activity.

Santa Elena de Monteverde is located at 5000 feet above sea level, on CR’s Pacific Slope, in the province of Puntarenas. It boasts a very unique ecosystem that is home to a diverse range of endemic species of flora and fauna. It became well known in the early 90′s when National Geographic filmed in the area and featured the newly discovered cloud forest canopy. University student groups and biologists working out of research stations throughout the region continue to make new discoveries in this ecosystem.

A Monteverde zip line tour will introduce you to the amazing natural beauty of the cloud forest canopy from a bird’s eye view. Yep, you’ll be zipping from tree top to tree top in one of the most exciting tours of your life. Not only is this a thrill , but the majestic surroundings are absolutely breathtaking.

It is a perfectly safe activity. You’ll be wearing safety equipment that climbers use, and you’ll learn everything you need to know from the guides and instructors that will accompany you. Once you get the low-down, you can glide out over the forest and check out the life below.

You will reach new heights as the tour takes you from 20 feet above the forest floor to 80 feet. The views will change from open panoramas to lush vegetation. Regardless of how high above the forest floor you are, this tour will rock you to your soul.

Be sure to check this one out on your trip. If you don’t make it a point to soar through the canopy, you may just live to regret not having done so. But , then again, there’s always the next time you find the time for another trip.

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Fast Facts on Cabo San Lucas

April 16th, 2009 No comments

Cabo San Lucas is a city in Mexico located at the southern tip of the Baja peninsula. It is often referred to as the country’s ‘Gold Coast’ and is simply called ‘Cabo’ or ‘Los Cabos.’ Cabo has a population of almost 60,000, and because of its pristine beaches and recreational activities, it has become Mexico’s premier holiday destination for tourists around the world.

The place has magnificent beaches, deluxe accommodations and resorts and offers many recreational activities, sports and parties. The rock formation called ‘The Arch’ or ‘El Arco’ is also an attraction in Cabo.

Cabo attracts tourists not only because of its gorgeous beaches, luxurious restaurants and resorts, but also because of its rich Marlin harvest. The place hosts the largest Marlin tournament in the world and hosts sport fishing tournaments all throughout the year.

Peso is the city’s national currency. If you are a tourist visiting Cabo San Lucas, it will delight you to know that the city provides ATM machines that accept foreign credit or debit cards. It also dispenses dollar or peso depending on your need.

There are also a lot of money exchange booths scattered in the area for those who may not have their needed currency. Some banks may not exchange dollars so ask before falling in line. The U.S. dollars are accepted in most establishments but your change will be in pesos. Credit cards are widely accepted but not all restaurants accept it so better ask before ordering. Tourist may also make use of traveler’s checks.

The usual business hours in Cabo are from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 or 9:00 p.m. There are businesses which close during siesta hours. Mexico operates on 110 volt just like in the U.S. so there is no need to bring adaptors for chargers, laptops, etc.

Cabo San Lucas has also become popular to movie producers. The producers of Troy have taken some scenes in Cabo and the cast of Laguna Beach stars also have shots in Cabo for their spring break episode.

The beauty of Cabo has also attracted some famous Hollywood stars including Leonardo DiCaprio, Britney Spears, Jessica Simpson, Jennifer Aniston and a lot more.

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The Wildwoods in New Jersey

April 5th, 2009 No comments

Have you visited Wildwood, NJ lately? Wildwood was voted the most popular beach in New Jersey last year! In fact, Wildwood Crest and North Wildwood made the top ten list also! They took first, second and fourth place in the top ten!

When choosing Wildwood, many families choose it due to the hugely popular Wildwood boardwalk, which is overflowing with rides, games, food and entertainment. Whether youre looking for a great Philly cheese steak, pizza or ice cream, youll find it on the boardwalk.

You cant go to the Wildwood boardwalk without visiting Morey’s Piers. They are known for the wild and fun roller coasters as well as the place for rides for small children. Theres truly something for every age range. You can bring your younger children and teens to the same place, and everyone is happy!

Feet tired? The Wildwood tram will carry you from one of the super long boardwalk to the other. For a small fee, you can hop on board this 60 year old iconic tram and take in the sites, or save your feet from hiking the length of the boardwalk from one end to the other.

Looking for a great beach? The Wildwood beaches not only offer large clean beaches, but youll also find they are free! What, free beaches in New Jersey? Yes, there are a few left, and Wildwood has miles of free, clean beaches for you to play on.

No matter what kind of outdoor activity youre looking for, youll find lots of fun options in the Wildwoods. Youll find dolphin watching tours, bike riding, water sports and more.

Wildwood also offers a huge choice of accommodations. With wall to wall condos, hotels and beach rentals, theres something to meet every price range. This huge selection helps keep prices down, and makes the Wildwoods an affordable family vacation.

The Wildwoods are known having a retro feel, with their Doo Wop style, and retro architecture. Youll find lots of bright and bold colors, along with playful sweeping designs. Did you know you can even find a Doo Wop museum and tour in Wildwood?

New Jersey has a great summer playground in the Wildwoods. If youre looking for an active and fun family getaway, consider Wildwood, NJ.

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Caledesi Island State Park, Voted Best Beach of 2008

April 2nd, 2009 No comments

Think island and state park together, think protected and beautiful, with the only man-made additions being a snack shop, ranger station, playground, picnic areas, gift store, and marina. Caledesi Island beach has been voted the #1 beach in the U.S. in 2008.

You can travel by ferry, private boat, or you can walk for about an hour from Clearwater to Caledesi Island, which is about an hour from Pier 60. Check out the rules for ferry passengers, as the four-hour stay on the island may have been extended. You can dock your own boat at marina #108 and register with the ranger. The ferry runs from 10 am to sundown.

There is electrical and water hookups for boats. Pets are not allowed on the ferry, have to be on a leash, and can only be in designated areas. Plan it as a day trip as youll be leaving at the end of the day due to no camping. Or you can sleep in your boat I suppose.

This lovely gulf beach if 3 miles long with shallow calm water. Enjoy shelling, though no live shells including sand dollars can be taken. There is fishing, sunbathing, picnic areas, playground, kayak rentals at the beach or through the Cafe Caledesi. Ask about fishing licenses.

You are recommended to bring a sweater and good walking shoes, but at the end of March as I write this, it is a beautiful 78 degrees farenheit at 11 am, so a swimsuit, towel and sunscreen would be just as useful. Washroom and shower facilities are available, as are beach chair and umbrella rentals. You can rent a wheelchair from the ranger. The lifeguard is available from the end of May until the beginning of September, though the signs do not indicate this. Enjoy the beauty of this natural beach setting as nature intended.

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