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Activities in the Caribbean for the Adventurous Traveler
What's you're idea of the perfect tropical vacation? Soaking up
some sun on a quiet secluded beach? Reading a good novel while
the sounds of gentle waves lull you to sleep? Not! If this
sounds like a waste of vacation time to you, and you want...
Coast Of Britain – Exmoor National Park
Surrounded by undulating, verdant countryside, as well as diminutive, charming hamlets, Exmoor is justifiably acknowledged as the land of cottages and combes. Located on the north Devon coast, Exmoor National Park is residence to a plethora of...
Fuerteventura - a beach lover's paradise
Fuerteventura - blessed with over 150 beaches - is one of the least spoiled and the least discovered of the Canary Islands.
With a dramatic volcanic landscape, little rainfall and all year round warm temperatures, the desert landscape is unique...
Philadelphia Is Hot For a Vacation Spot
Do you and your family love vacations that are also great
opportunities for educating yourself about history and the
pioneers that built this great country? What better way
than a fun vacation that is filled with learning!
And whether you...
Tours in Myanmar - Asia's best kept secret
Of the Southeast Asian nations, Myanmar attracts fewer tourists than the more 'trendy' spots such as Thailand, Malaysia and recently Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. But a country that is known by two names evokes its own cloud of mystery and is sure to...
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Make Alaska Your Next Vacation Getaway
If you are tired of traveling to the same old destinations for
your annual vacation, try something new by visiting the largest
state in the Union: Alaska. With more than half a million square
miles, 39 mountain ranges, and 3,000 rivers, this northern
region has much to offer that is new and intriguing to those who
are unfamiliar with the area. Ice fields cover about five
percent of the state's surface area. Furthermore, nature lovers
will enjoy the forests, lakes, glaciers, and surrounding seas
and islands that beckon visitors from all over the globe.
Water lovers may be interested in booking an Alaskan cruise. A
weeklong cruise between Vancouver, British Columbia and
Anchorage, Alaska, is one of the more popular tourist lines, but
there are other routes to take as well, including those that
follow the seacoast. Visit Kodiak Island, home to numerous
species of exotic wildlife including the famed Kodiak bears.
Seals, walruses, and many types of birds and other creatures can
be viewed in their natural habitats at various intervals along
the way. Or you can visit well-known museums and preserves for a
closer look at the original inhabitants of this vast land, which
is the meaning of "Alaska," an Aleut word possibly coined from
Russian origins.
You may want to visit Juneau, the state capital, or Anchorage,
a larger city with a population of about 250,000. The truly
adventurous of heart may try to venture as far north as Barrow,
which is just 1,300
miles from the North Pole. Keep in mind that
the northern and western regions of the state are not highly
populated, and highways have not been constructed for these
areas. With the help of a tourist guide or national park ranger,
you can see the unbroken wilderness that remains untamed by
human hands. Hike the park trails, set foot on a glacier with
the help of a helicopter, and enjoy break-taking views of the
tall mountain peaks--17 of the 20 highest in the United States,
including Mount McKinley at 20,320 feet in Denali National Park
and Preserve.
But don't limit your site-seeing excursions to the unsettled
land areas. Kayak or canoe one of the many exciting rivers.
Sample a cornucopia of cuisines in the larger municipalities.
Take a biking tour of fishing towns or resort areas. Shop the
many fine shops and boutiques that can be found predominantly in
the southeast part of the state. Whatever your recreational
tastes--dining, rest, exercise, sports, history, or
wildlife--Alaska has it all. You can fish, take a train ride,
enjoy a scenic flight, or do just about anything you please when
you come to the Far North for the ultimate breakaway vacation
with family or alone. Check with your travel agent about the
best time to plan your trip, and get ready to have the time of
your life!
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