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Photos of the Day: Hawaiian Escape
April 4th, 2012In need of a beach getaway? So are we!
Hawaii, a chain of islands in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, practically defines paradise. Sandy beaches, tropical drinks, lazy live music and expansive resorts fuel the tourism that’s vital to the state’s economy.
Hawaii is hot! Formed from volcanic eruptions, the mostly-sunny state averages 80- and 90-degree temperatures year-round. Stay cool in an aloha shirt (men) or muumuu (women), then swim with the dolphins at Sea Life Park. Sign up for classes in hula-ing and lei-making to have something to show your friends. Grab a plate lunch from a lunch wagon, which usually includes meat, rice and macaroni, then head to the Hilo Art Museum.
Salt Pond Beach, Kauai
Kauai is the northwestern-most and oldest of Hawaii’s major islands. People come to Kauai primarily for one thing: the beaches with their great snorkeling, surfing, swimming and sunning. But Kauai also boasts more navigable rivers than the other Hawaiian Islands making kayaking very popular. If the surf is calm you can even combine a river run with time paddling the bays and ocean shoreline. You’ll find kayak rentals near the mouth of the most popular rivers. Kauai has great hiking and mountain biking trails as well
Sunset in Kauai, Hawaii
By the way, your tan lines are showing.
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Photos of the Day: Exotic Safari in Tanzania
April 3rd, 2012Fancy a trip to the Serengeti?
Tanzania is an east African country located on the Indian Ocean coastline and borders Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, the Congo, Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique. The country gets its name from a combination of Tanganyika, the name of the country’s large mainland territory, and Zanzibar, the country’s offshore archipelago.
The country is home to Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest point in Africa, as well as the lake bed of Lake Tanganyika, which is the continent’s lowest point. Warm and sunny days are followed by cool and balmy nights, and whether you’re on safari on the Serengeti plains or enjoying the tropical beaches of Zanzibar, the temperatures are usually welcoming and gentle throughout the country.
Lions Stretching at the Ngorogoro Crater, Tanzania
Tanzania offers some of the best wildlife spotting opportunities on the continent, so be sure to check out at least one of the country’s many national parks and reserves to experience the flora and fauna of Africa. Some of the most popular parks include Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Kilimanjaro National Park.
Baby Monkey at Tarangire National Park, Tanzania
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Photo of the Day: Beach Getaway – Vieques, Puerto Rico
February 13th, 2012Vieques has fifty beaches in total. However, the Sombé has been said to be the most popular. From Sombé, you can hike to the secluded Media Luna and Navío beaches. Media Luna features calm waters and resembles a giant swimming pool. Navío, on the other hand has an aggressive surf with a very strong undertow. On the northwest coast you will find Mosquito Bay. This is one of Puerto Rico’s phosphorescent treasures, where the waters actually become illuminated at night. Sun Bay is Vieques’ public beach.
Vieques, Puerto Rico
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Photo of the Day: Giraffes on a South African Safari
December 20th, 2011South Africa is a paradise for anyone interested in natural history. A wide range of wildlife species may be encountered in parks, farms, private reserves and even on the roads. For this reason, South Africa is a major safari destination. There are hiking trails available in almost all the parks and around geographical places of interest.
Giraffes on a South African Safari
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Photo of the Day: A View Over Israel
November 30th, 2011Jerusalem remains a popular cultural destination, widely regarded for its historical sites—such as the Dome of the Rock and the Wailing Wall—and art institutions, including the 20-acre Israel Museum, which features archaeology, European and Israeli art. The Israel Museum also houses the famous Dead Sea Scrolls, ancient texts from the Hebrew Bible.
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