Archive for January, 2008
Author: Bob Therrien www.UtahcanyonTOURS.com
Visiting Utah can be quite an experience. The major airports to fly into the region are normally Las Vegas for southern Utah or Salt Lake City for northern Utah. Researching your trip normally means selecting your areas of interest from the following regions. Northern Utah - Central Utah - Southern Utah Utah is very diverse. It has everything from desert to alpine and is divided into three kinds of landscape. First the Basin and Range, then Middle Rocky Mountain and Colorado Plateau. Normally referred to as the Great Basin, the Rockies and Canyon Country.
Hiking Camping Biking Golf Boating Beaches ATV Museums Scenic Drives Dog Sledding Snowmobiling Horseback Riding Hunting Antique Shopping Festivals/State Fairs Rafting Ice Skating Fly Fishing Wildlife Lake/Rivers Alpine & Nordic Skiing/Snowboarding
Red rock canyons, sandstone cliffs, the desert, the best snow on earth skiing, Joshua trees, slot canyons, canyoneering, travel, tour & adventure await your visit to Utahcanyontours Utah has five National parks. Arches National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Capitol Reef National Park, and Zion National Park.
If that s not enough of the most incredible landscape anywhere, there are 3 National Monuments. Cedar Breaks National Monument, Dinosaur National Monuments and GSENM, Grand Staircase National Monument. How about adding two National Recreation areas to the mix and maybe you ll never want to leave Utah. The Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area all add up to one of the most spectacular places on earth to visit.
Utah has some interesting cities with Salt Lake City being well known for Temple Square, and its beautiful temple, its library and the Mormon Temple Tabernacle Choir. There is first class skiing within 30 minutes of the airport and city.
Another city is Saint George in southern Utah and just a couple of hours north of Las Vegas. It has an elevation of 2,880 feet above sea level. St. George has an average annual temperature of 59.9 F with summer temperatures well into the 100s. Palm trees and red rock cliffs are the norm in Saint George along with all the convenience of a city of 100 thousand.
Cedar City is well known as festival city. It is home to Southern Utah University, The Utah Shakespearean Festival, The Utah Summer Games, The American Children s Christmas Festival, The Cedar City SkyFest, Neil Simon Festival, Himmelsk Festival Royal, yearly Cowboy Gathering, Rodeo, July Jamboree, Utah Midsummer Renaissance Faire, Groovefest, and Paiute Restoration Gathering & Pow-wow. Cedar City is very close to Brian Head Ski Area. Close enough to be in the Vegas desert, ski during the day with views of Cedar Breaks Red Rocks and back to the desert for dinner. You ll enjoy your trip there.
If you ve spent any time on the Internet, you have undoubtedly heard about Coastal Vacations. Entering Coastal Vacations into any search engine can easily give you millions of results. There is definitely a lot of information about Coastal Vacations. You will come across resource information and probably a significant number of websites of distributors who rave Coastal Vacations as the greatest opportunity around. With all the information that is available about Coastal Vacations, you may wonder what it is really true about the program.
More than Just a Name
One reason that Coastal Vacations is the one of the most notable vacation clubs is because it has a history. There are numerous travel clubs available, but somehow the Coastal Vacations has maintained a top ranking among them all. How does it do it? You don t stay in business for 25 years unless you re doing something right, especially during the recent economic stress that has experienced everywhere. Traveling is a favorite past time of people everywhere. In the past, traveling to exclusive locations was virtually considered a form of leisure that only the affluent was privileged to enjoy. That was until travel clubs made traveling affordable for everyone. Since its inception, the Coastal Vacations program has continued to offer discount travel packages. Because it has remained the same, the Coastal Vacations name maintains a presence in the discount travel business.
A Good Business Idea
Many people find the idea of working for someone else as the only way to live. Find a decent job with good benefits, work for 40 years, and then retire. This is how many people plan out their lives. There is nothing wrong with the idea, but when you compare it to the financial and personal freedom associated with owning your own business, it almost seems ridiculous. Layoff has become an evil word that way too many people have had the misfortune to experience. When you are in business for yourself, you control your destiny. The measure of your success with Coastal Vacations is virtually based on the effort you put forth. It is workable as a part-time or full-time business opportunity. Of course, it takes hard work, but in the long run it s up to you.
Home-based business ideas abound. Becoming an entrepreneur within the Coastal Vacations program is considerably different than most ventures. With Coastal Vacations, you are provided the tools to help you become successful. Training and support are the basics of selling travel products with Coastal Vacations. You will be hard pressed to find a business venture that provides free training and support.
No Pushy Sales Tactics
The Coastal Vacations program is direct sales. You make money by selling discount vacation packages to people. When many people think of selling, they typically conjure up images of a pushy used car salesman. The good news about Coastal Vacations is that it virtually sells itself. Who isn t interested in fantastic vacation getaways at rock-bottom prices? In addition to great trips, the program gives people a choice. People like having choices. Sometimes the differences in the choices are so significant that you feel you are losing if you don t pick one over the other. This problem does not exist with Coastal Vacations. There are three different packages from which to choose. Each package is complete with Directors Releases and unheard of travel opportunities.
Coastal Vacations is a great idea that has grown into a wonderful success story for people all over the world. With so many people enjoying success, there couldn t possibly be any room for hype.
Survival skills just for backpacking? Why not? For ultralight backpackers like myself, skills replace gear, and therefore weight. If you spend any time in the wilderness, it also just feels good to know you can deal with whatever comes up.
Survival means staying warm and dry, hydrated, uninjured, and finding your way out of the wilderness. Of course, eating is nice too, but not crucial if the situation is just for a few days. Here are some survival skills you can learn easily.
Easy Survival Skills
1. Put dried moss or milkweed fuzz in your pocket as you walk, so you ll have dry tinder to start a fire, just in case it s raining later. Cattail fuzz works well too, and you can experiment with different materials.
2. If it looks and tastes like a blueberry, strawberry, or raspberry - it is. There is no berry in North America that looks like a blueberry, strawberry, or raspberry, and can hurt you from one taste. Take a taste, and just spit it out completely if it doesn t taste right.
3. Make a pile of dry leaves and dead grass to keep warm in an emergency. I have slept warmly without a blanket, in below-freezing weather, in a pile of dry grass.
4. Put a stick upright in the ground, and mark the tip of the shadow. Mark it again fifteen minutes later. Scratch a line between the first and second marks, and it will be pointing east. Techniques like this can save you when your compass is lost.
5. Clouds form in the Rocky Mountains just before the afternoon storms in summer. Hikers are regularly killed by lightning in Colorado. Birds often fly lower before storms. Learning to read the sky and the behavior of animals can keep you out of trouble.
6. The biggest wilderness killer is hypothermia, and getting wet is the biggest cause. Get in the habit of watching for ledges or large fir trees to stand under when you think that rain may be coming. Learning to stay dry is one of the more important survival skills.
7. To stay warmer, sleep with your head slightly downhill. It takes some getting used to, but it works.
8. Get in the habit of filling water bottles every chance you get, and you won t have such a hard time with any long dry stretches of trail. Drink up the last of your water right before you fill the bottles too.
9. Break a “blister” on the trunk of a small spruce or fir tree, and you can use the sap that oozes out as an good antiseptic dressing for small cuts. It also can be used to start a fire, and will burn when wet.
10. Bark from a white birch tree will usually light even when wet. In a jam, you can also use it as a paper substitute if you need to leave a note in an emergency.
The above are just a few tips and techniques you can easily learn. There are many more, and they can make backpacking not only safer, but more interesting. Why not practice one or two of these survival skills?
If you are thinking of heading to South America, Venezuela is a country that should be on your list. Despite what you read in the media, there is little unrest and you should be fine as long as you use common sense.
Things to See in Venezuela
Visitors to Venezuela have an option of a calming resort experience, a cultural metropolis break in the cities or a more rural experience of just cruising around the country. Venezuela is bounded to the north by the Caribbean, to the east by Guyana and the Atlantic Ocean, to the south by Brazil, and to the west and southwest by Colombia.
It is considered a bit of an oddity because it is both rich from oil revenues, yet has the distinct class separation one tends to see in South America. Simply put, there are those who are very wealthy and those who are very poor. The idle class as we know it is very small.
One of the most splendid destinations in the country is Caracas. Caracas is located in a striking valley on the north coast. It is Venezuela s capital and is a busy city of nearly 5 million people. Speedy, progressive and multi ethnic, the city is now extremely Yankeefied, keeping slight of the nature of its regal roots. While it has some of the most extraordinary contemporary architecture in South America, Caracas is also abode to a huge span of ranchos, extensive slums of tin hut and cardboard boxes jacketing the nearby hills that home the poor. In this way, the city is a microcosm of the overall class struggle in the country.
Salto Angel Falls is another exotic tourist destination in Venezuela. Salto Angel Falls falls almost over kilometer. It is the leading magnetism of Canaima National Park. At 979 meters, it is the highest waterfalls in the world. The best time to view it is during the rainy season from May to November. During the dry season, the waterfall slows to a veritable dribble.
If you are a baseball fan, a visit to Venezuela will be like a trip to heaven. The country is fanatical about its baseball. Top players often end up in the major leagues in the US, particularly shortstops. Famous Venezuelan players include David Concepci n, Andr s Galarraga, Omar Vizquel, Bobby Abreu, and Johan Santana. The season runs from October to December, but pickup games are going on all the time.
At the end of the day, Venezuela is definitely a country worth seeing. From the sophistication of Caracas to the surrounding slums to the rabid baseball fans, it is a country with a unique culture and character.
Rick Chapo is with NomadJournals.com - makers of unique travel gifts.
The 2006 Travel South Showcase, held on February 18-22, was a great success this year. With elaborate entertainment for and much heartfelt support from the national and international community, the Southeast is booming and its Gulf States are quick to note that their cities are welcoming visitors from all over the world. Travel South, a consortium of the twelve southeastern state tourism offices including West Virginia, holds a showcase every year that features the best of what the region has to offer. Almost 750 delegates attended the show this year. The first evening brought together 400 years history of Virginia music as the Virginia Tourism Corporation presented music groups from several different generations, including Native, bluegrass and shag music, with a surprise performance by Va.
Governor Mark Warner. He sang and played harmonica, while each of the bands that played during the evening came up on stage for an explosive finale that set the bar high for the number of functions to follow that weekend. Other highlights included the Official Louis Armstrong Society Jazz Band at Louisiana s breakfast function, with its fiery singer and talented band members all worthy of the name of their band; dinner and entertainment at the Virginia Science Museum and the many tours on Saturday showcasing the city of Richmond and its surrounding areas
ALABAMA
The Alabama Bureau of Tourism and Travel is promoting 2006 as The Year of Outdoor Alabama. The 2006 calendar of events has a special section devoted to the more than 140 outdoor events and festivals taking place in Alabama throughout the year. A separate brochure titled 100 Outdoor Adventures in Alabama lists great outdoor activities all over the state. Both are available at Alabama welcome centers or by contacting the Bureau. Mobile is getting back on its feet after Hurricane Katrina damaged many attractions and facilities throughout town. The Mobile Bay CVB encourages visitors to come and see how Katrina has impacted the town, as well as to witness the strength and perseverance of this community. The USS Alabama, which was closed for several months due to immense storm damage, reopened in January on the 41st anniversary of its original opening to the public. The Museum of Mobile will be opening this spring after extensive work to repair flood damage. The majority of the city is back up and running but support from the tourism community is still greatly needed and warmly appreciated.
FLORIDA
Construction is currently underway on the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center, due to open later this year. The 6,000-square-foot facility will feature interactive exhibits depicting the region s underwater and upland habitats, with special emphasis on the ecosystem of North America s only living contiguous barrier coral reef. The center will be located on Truman Annex overlooking the Key West waterfront. The TECO Manatee Viewing Center in Apollo Beach will open its season in November with a new expanded boardwalk featuring more observation areas. The center has also installed a new live webcam and has opened the South Shore Caf refreshment area. The center celebrates its twentieth anniversary this year.
GEORGIA
The brand new home of the World of Coca Cola will open summer 2007 on a twenty-acre site adjacent to Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta. The facility houses the world s largest collection of Coca Cola collectibles and memorabilia and of course offers samples of Coca Cola products from around the globe. The famous beverage, which was first served soda-fountain style at a small pharmacy near Underground Atlanta, is served over a billion times per day in over 200 countries around the world.
LOUISIANA
A full seven months after HurricaneKatrina, New Orleans is coming into their festival season with gusto and a great big helping of pride. After the wrap-up of the city s 150th Mardi Gras this March, Steven Perry, President and CEO of the New Orleans Metro CVB had this to say: Our industry guests were overwhelmed by the spirit of the city and its people. It was startlingly clear that although New Orleans still faces real challenges in some areas, the historic core of the city, the tourism areas, and the experience of coming to New Orleans is not only intact but thriving. We planted the flag in the ground that announced to the world that New Orleans is open and ready to welcome visitors again in our own special style!
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One of the most serious threats to backcountry or heli skiers and snowboarders are avalanches. But, the fact that nearly all avalanches which endanger people are triggered by the skiers or boarders themselves means that in most cases, they are preventable.
An avalanche doesn t recognise whether or not you are an expert. But, if you are well-informed or otherwise aware, you can minimise your exposure to risk and the chances of ending up as a statistic. A combination of experience, education and awareness of continuingly changing environmental factors will enable you to balance good backcountry or heli skiing with a high degree of safety.
There are three critical factors that contribute to the potential for avalanche - terrain, snowpack and weather.
Understanding these factors and how they interact to cause avalanches can save your life:
1. Terrain
Most fatal avalanches occur on slopes of 35 to 45 degrees - the ones we most like to ski and snowboard! Those less steep, seldom produce avalanches, and those of 50 degrees or more are generally too steep to allow for a critical amount of snow to accumulate.
So be careful of slopes that are similar in steepness to a red run or steeper. And remember that all the snow on the slope you re on is connected so you can trigger a slide above you if the snowpack is sufficiently unstable.
Avoid being in positions where there is no escape if an avalanche does start and avoid exposure to terrain traps - features that will compound the effects if an avalanche occurs. These might include depressions or river beds, cliffs or rocks.
2. Understand snowpack stability
To play safely in the backcountry, whether heli skiing or ski touring, being able to recognise unstable snow and avoid it will keep you out of trouble. The properties of the snowpack are, to a large degree, affected by precipitation, temperature and wind. Layers of snow build up and change continuously throughout the winter - some are strongly bonded and some are not.
While strong layers usually consist of small, round snow grains, densely packed and well bonded, weak layers tend to be comprised of poorly bonded crystals with little cohesion. Weak layers often appear loose or sugary .
Weak layers prevent stable bonding between strong snow and therefore affect the overall stability of the snowpack. In times of high stability, the strength of the bonding between layers is greater than the stress exerted on them. As the stress level approaches the strength level, the snowpack becomes increasingly unstable.
Stress increases can be the result of a rapid precipitation load, a sudden increase in temperature, wind-blown snow or human pressure.
Anchors such as trees and rocks protruding through the snowpack can help stabilize it but clumps of trees need to be thick to be effective; often too dense for skiing. What s more, fracture points can occur at stress concentrators such as trees and rocks.
3. Observe the weather & understand how it affects stability
There are four major weather factors that contribute to avalanches - precipitation, wind, temperature and solar radiation.
The more rapidly precipitation falls, the less time the snowpack has to adjust to the additional stress, leading to a greater danger of avalanche. Of course, the type of precipitation and the quantity can also have an impact.
Take note of wind speed and direction when you re out. Wind can rapidly redistribute snow and load leeward slopes with slabs of snow which are poorly bonded to existing layers. Cornices (large overhanging slabs of snow) give a good indication of the prevailing wind direction and therefore, which slopes might be loaded.
Both warmer and colder conditions can lead to instability. In general, a warmer snowpack will settle more quickly, compacting to become denser and stronger than a cold snowpack. But if warming is intense and persistent, the snowpack can become wet and very unstable. Be particularly wary if temperatures are not dropping below freezing at night.
The combination of cold temperatures and a shallow snowpack leads to a process called faceting which can result in the formation of extremely unstable layers. With little change in temperature these layers can persist for long periods of time. So, beware when heli skiing on shady northern aspects especially early on in the season when it is cold and relatively little snow has accumulated.
Later on, in spring, when the sun can trigger wet avalanches, south-facing slopes can be more hazardous.
Other ways to reduce risk
If you are heading into the backcountry either under your own steam or by helicopter, take an experienced guide with local knowledge - the best heli skiing guides are UIAGM certified meaning that they have undergone years of training and passed a series of comprehensive exams. Inform people of your anticipated route and timings and listen to local advice and avalanche warnings.
You should only heli ski with reputable companies that employ certified guides and follow accepted safety procedures. But remember that just because you are with a guide or heli ski operator, you are not immune from the avalanche danger, and you should always bear in mind the factors in this article.
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James Morland has a background in snow safety and now is Managing Director of Elemental Adventure Heli Skiing, a leading specialist offering tours to Canada, Alaska, Himalayas, Russia, Turkey, Greenland and other worldwide destinations. They ve done it all before and have extensive first hand experience, which means they can ensure that the biggest ski trip of your life is also the best ski trip of your life.
It s one of the most exciting that time of the year, where your family has to make that ultimate decision and decide on a couple places to vacation. Many families become tired of traveling to the same vacation spots year after year. Before choosing a vacation location there are at least three in the world that a family must visit.
If you haven t been to Canada it s about time you pack some suitcases and be on your way. There are several places for the kids to enjoy themselves at the strips where there are arcades and much more.
If you re looking for a night out with your spouse you ll be surprised at how many small romantic restaurants you find offering a variety of food. Even in the summertime Canada is never too, hot or too cold so there s perfect weather. Canada has a little something for everyone. There is one spot that men and women alike will enjoy is Edmonton, Canada s largest mall, it s the largest shopping and entertainment centre. There are over 800 stores, 110 eating outlets and restaurant.
Surprisingly, there are still American adults who have never stepped foot onto the Miami Florida soil. This is perfect for someone who loves the warmth of the sun…in Florida, there is plenty of it. There are also plenty of beautiful beaches like Sunny Isle Beach- Complete with a mixture of entertainment, relaxation, places where you can surf, swim and fish this is the place everyone in the family will enjoy. Haulover Beach - This beach is definitely a family fun place. There are concessions, nice places for families to picnic.
As always there s surfing, sunbathing, swimming and there s a part of the beach that s clothing optional. Bal Harbour- BAL Harbour Beach is a place made for both the women and men. There s shopping areas, spas and golf courses for the gentlemen. Miami just doesn t offer some hot beaches to enjoy but let s not forget Universal Studios is right nearby for the kids.
The Universal Islands of Adventure offers entertainment for every age. The Islands of Adventures has nightclubs and celebrity chef restaurants for adults traveling with children. There are block buster movies and much more. Islands of Adventures are one of the perfect places to go with the whole family.
Disney s Animal Kingdom- Animal Kingdom is a Kodak moment for the family where you re able to see the different kinds of animals, enjoy scary fun roller coaster rides and play interactive games.
Florida offers such more than words can describe, if your curiosity has been peaked just a little go and satisfy it by visiting Florida.. An action packed city with lots and lots of fun things to do you can have such a great time there you never want to leave.
Every day New York hosts several Broadway plays ranging from old school classic to modern day. You can even take the whole family with you and then afterwards enjoy dinner at the several classy restaurants around. For ladies who love to shop New York has plenty of discount stores that offer name brand clothes, pocketbook and jewelry for bargain prices. There s strips, fireworks everything you can possibly imagine. If you are adventurous family looking to explore earth s realms start off with these three amazing places.
He further travellers to the & 39; Canadian Arctic in recent years, both for & 39; economy and tourism. From adventure tourism d & 39; s & 39; company, at the beginning of & 39; Arctic as a unique destination for the natural beauty and wildlife of the North, as well as the culture of the indigenous Inuit who live there. As a result of the creation of the Nunavut Territory and government leaders in the capital, Iqaluit, Inuit of the Arctic & 39; smaller municipalities who come to town to develop employment opportunities & 39;. This growth is the increase in & 39; travellers & 39; business & 39; in the Arctic.
Getting in & 39; Arctic has always been a problem for travellers because it & 39; are no roads, from the southern Canadian cities. The communes of & 39; Arctic are very isolated from the rest of Canada, as well as all others. Thefts, and was the only option, although a large portion of coast, the arctic zones cargo vessel during the summer & 39;, as well. For the average passenger, & 39; option of & 39; air is the only way to go & 39;. Although travel & 39; in the Canadian Arctic has increased, the number of passengers passing through the north is very small compared to the number of passengers between the cities of southern Canada. As a result of large Canadian carrier, Air Canada, and certainly not of & 39; US-carrier service of the Arctic & 39;. The only air communications, services & 39; in the Arctic (Northwest Territories and Nunavut) to the average passenger is First Air and Canadian North. A small airline called Air Inuit local services in communities Inuit Nunavik (Arctic Quebec). First Air and Canadian North Ottawa to steal both. First Air also flies to the Canadian company in Montreal, while the North also has flights departing d & 39; Edmonton and Calgary. Flights & 39; s Northern stops in Yellowknife in the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, before continuing. Thus, passengers are & 39; for one of those Canadian cities to their points of origin & 39;, & 39; order to establish a connection to an Arctic vehicle. A first step towards a small town like Arctic Cape Dorset is an extra connection in Iqaluit.
The total number of flights in the Arctic & 39; is unpredictable compared to other d & 39; Domestic Canada. Arctic As a result, flights are more expensive, whatever travel days of the week. The residence of & 39; Saturday night will not lead or cheaper airfares. The high cost of flights has always been the biggest obstacle for travelers & 39; and the Arctic will probably not change in the near future. The growth of the Arctic & 39;, tourism is becoming increasingly limited because the travel cost involved. However, if & 39; one is willing to pay for a trip in the Canadian Arctic & 39; is one that will certainly be unforgettable and satisfaction.
As you sit by the pretty Venetian harbour, watching boats bob on the clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea, you ll be glad you chose Kyrenia in North Cyprus for your summer holiday!
North Cyprus is the unspoilt face of the Mediterranean, a country where the sun shines for 300 days a year and the local people are genuinely pleased to welcome you to their homeland. In North Cyprus you can enjoy the peace and tranquillity of stunning beaches or lofty mountains, ancient ruins or medieval cites, or enjoy the thrill of watersports, scuba diving or even paragliding. Choose the town of Kyrenia as your base, and you ll be staying in the prettiest town in North Cyprus, and it s an ideal base for exploring this fascinating and beautiful country.
Kyrenia, or Girne as the locals call it, is centred around its almost impossibly perfect Venetian harbour. During the day, caf and restaurant waiters invite you to sit and relax over a coffee and baklava, or a leisurely lunch of fish, fresh from the sea that laps the harbour walls. After an afternoon of browsing the shops in the medieval streets that lead away from the harbour into the old town, you ll probably want to return here for a well-earned dinner too. Try the Carob Restaurant, an old 19th century carob bean warehouses now converted into an elegant restaurant. Dining on their rooftop terrace is an absolute must for romantics and lovers of great sunsets!
Explore the streets and you ll discover the local restaurants that offer excellent Turkish Cypriot menus at lower prices than you ll find around the harbour. The owners of the famous Niazi s Restaurant in Kyrenia claim to have created the full kebeb , a belly-busting meal of various charcoal grilled kebabs with accompanying meze dishes. Turkish Cypriots reckon it takes a really hungry person to actually finish a kebab meal at Niazi s!
Luckily, Kyrenia is such an interesting town, you ll soon work up an appetite for all this good food! Kyrenia castle stands guard over the harbour, and the views from its battlements are well worth the climb through its fortified gates and ramps. The castle also houses the fascinating Shipwreck Museum, containing one of the oldest shipwrecks ever recovered. Climb up the hill and away from the sea, and you may here the calls to prayer from the Djafer Pasa mosque, built in 1570. Here you are literally walking on history; under your feet the ground is honeycombed with miles of catacombs, cut from the limestone rock
Shopping in the maze of streets behind the harbour is rewarding, simply because you never know quite what you might find! North Cyprus is known for its unique and historic lacework, basketware and excellent brandy. It s worth seeking out the Lusignan Art and Cafe Bar, where you can buy delicate Cypriot wood carvings in the art gallery, or quench your thirst with a refreshing lemonade made by the owner s mother on the premises.
Kyrenia is surrounded by some of the best beaches in North Cyprus, where golden sands dip into shallow waters, ideal for sunworshippers and watersport fans alike. From Kyrenia, you can easily visit some of North Cyprus most famous sights. Just a short drive away is the beautiful village of Bellapais and its famous ruined Augustinian abbey, immortalized in the author Lawrence Durrell s book “Bitter Lemons”. The village square is a lovely place to stop and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, but don t sit for too long under the Tree of Idleness or you may never get up again!
Choose Kyrenia in North Cyprus for your summer holiday and you ll enjoy the best the Mediterranean has to offer, without the hassle, high costs or high-rise buildings of other summer sunshine resorts!
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