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The Galapagos Islands, Natural beauty and fascination

admin — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 08:16:39 +0000

The Galapagos Islands are located over a thousand miles away from the continent and part of the Republic of Ecuador, located in the Pacific Ocean on the equator, the archipelago comprises 19 major islands and 200 islets and rocks scattered in an area of 70,000 square kilometers.

With large numbers of endemic flora and fauna, considered one of the unique and natural paradises in the world around you with beautiful clear beaches, lava tunnels, diving areas, a marine reserve, its prehistoric animals and a variety of beautiful and colorful birds. The Galapagos is a province of Ecuador, whose capital is Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, characterizes these islands by the variety of terrestrial and marine ecosystems, located at the crossroads of major ocean currents, and in addition to several tectonic plates in constant motion. Also known as the Enchanted Islands and known for the studies by Charles Darwin, that from these studies established his theory of evolution by natural selection in 1959 was declared National Park in 1978 UNESCO included the Galapagos in the list Heritage, expanding it in 2001 also for the Marine Reserve.

There are several islands where tourists can observe the flora and fauna of Galapagos and the landscapes of incomparable beauty, places that can be visited on the island of Floreana is Post Office Bay, black beach, the Flamingos Lagoon, Cormorant Point and Pirate Caves. On Genovesa be seen in its natural environment to the frigates, fur seals, marine iguanas, tropical bird, among others. On Fernandina, there are many sea lions, iguanas, pelicans, penguins and flightless cormorants. On the Spanish island appreciate the dance of blue-footed boobies and albatrosses courtship is also interesting to see the geyser, the blower and Cucubes that have that wonderful charm, Santiago is ideal for diving enthusiasts, can take a tour paths of lava up to the volcanic cone of Bartholomew. On Isabela Island turtle farm exists.
In the Galapagos Marine Reserve there are areas where you can make snorkeling and deep, enjoying the breathtaking beauty of the aquatic species that inhabit this place.

The most visited place in the archipelago is Tortuga Bay, located in Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island where there are two huge sandy beaches of ivory color, separated by a point of mangroves, where lovers of the sun and enjoy the beach in style , Playa Negra is also on the island Floreana and want to swim to the beaches of Santiago Island, calm waters, other beaches you can visit and enjoy are the beach in San Cristobal Ochoa, Espumilla beach and the beach on Marchena in Darwin Bay the Genoese.

The archipelago’s climate is varied because the temperature variation of the waters surrounding the islands directly affects the temperature, for example the cold waters from Peru, currents that are present all year, the flow of the Child warm waters that binds to the cold in the north of the archipelago. What determines two marked seasons, the cold between the months of June to November with temperatures ranging between 17 and 22 degrees, characterized by persistent mist and drizzle on top of larger islands and cold and dry in the lower . The Galapagos Islands are volcanic in origin and that the archipelago located in the hotspot, with constant eruptions over time he has done to form the unique conditions of climate, flora and fauna not found anywhere else the world.

To enter the reserve in the archipelago visitors should know the rules to observe in the islands, such as respect for nature, not to introduce animals, plants or seeds outside this habitat, not contaminated with garbage terrestrial environments, signals respect security and signs on the trails, among others. Visiting the Galapagos is a wonderful experience, especially engraved on the mind of the extraordinary beauty and fascination with these islands.

Puerto Madryn, Beautiful place to watch huge whales

admin — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 07:00:36 +0000

Puerto Madryn is a small town in the province of Chubut, Argentina, on the shores of Golfo Nuevo, originally inhabited by the Welsh, because of its strategic location has great importance as a tourist destination, is the gateway to the Valdes Peninsula, was declared by UNESCO as Natural Patrimony of Humanity in 1999.

Considered the national capital of diving, is visited by thousands of tourists each year come to the place for diving in the beautiful reefs or enjoy the presence of large whales are sighted off the coast, is a spectacle to lovers of these beautiful whales. The calm waters of the Gulf and conditions of the peninsula makes it possible for southern right whales from reaching the site each year to have their offspring.

Doradillo beaches is the ideal place to spot whales franca, the appropriate months are between June and December.
The places where you can appreciate the varied fauna of the peninsula are the following: Punta Norte, Caleta Valdés, from here you can watch the whales, penguins from Punta Tombo, Punta Delgada, the sea lions from Point Loma, Punta Norte, the elephant seals from Punta Delgada, Punta Cantor, Caleta Valdés and birds from Island birds.

Along the coast there are seven resorts where you can enjoy the beaches or water sports or simply enjoy delicious meals in restaurants in the area. If it comes to travel, Puerto Madryn is a good choice, enjoy the beauty of nature, water sports, sightseeing, museums, protected areas, the option you choose.

It is advisable to travel if it’s summer, wear light clothing for day and night for a jacket or a sweatshirt in winter do not forget to bring warm clothes. As for accommodation, Puerto Madryn has excellent hotels, including hotels 1 to 4 stars or you can choose options residences, hostels, camping or rent a home temporarily. The city’s cuisine is varied, delicious dishes based on seafood, or the inevitable Patagonian lamb barbecue.

How to get from the federal capital are operating flights to the airport of Puerto Madryn, different airlines do this service and the city itself has a deep water port, which cruises arriving from different countries. There overland transport companies from joining the Federal capital city of Puerto Madryn.

Ko Tao, Archipelago From the Gulf of Thailand

admin — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 05:07:15 +0000

This beautiful island is located south of Thailand, known as Turtle Island because of the abundance of green turtles, which are tended with great care by the institution protective of the environment of the island, surrounded by calm waters, clear and beautiful beaches that invite so heavenly rest of the landscape that is dominated by the presence of thousands of coconut trees along its shores.

Ko Tao is famous for being the ideal place for diving or snorkeling, so much so that there are schools teaching the sport in which internationally recognized instructors offer their knowledge to those who want to learn this sport.

If you travel to Thailand may happen to discover this beautiful island that offers the visit, beautiful scenery, extraordinary sunsets, outdoor activities like hiking through the island either on foot or by bicycle, walking along the coast by boat, snorkel, see the bottom coral, turtles and sharks, the beauty of this island is remarkable.

In recent years, tourism to the island of Ko Tao has increased considerably, in part to its tropical climate and beauty of its landscape and especially the desire of tourists to find places where nature still remains and there is no pollution. Today it is still a paradise, and it is necessary that mantega thus avoiding contamination, ie practice responsible tourism.

Ko Tao is the smallest island of the archipelago and is easily accessible by which can be accessed throughout the year, one of the ways to reach it is via the ferry from Surat Thani or from Ko Samui. The ideal months to travel to visit is between the months of February and March are the hottest months and rainfall is low.

Chiloe, southern tourism in Chile

admin — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 20:10:28 +0000

Chiloé is a beautiful spot close to southern Puerto Montt in Chile, 90 miles, comprised of a series of small islands where nature has lavished on beauty, where one can see steep areas, cliffs, rivers and lakes, beautiful beaches and lush forests.
The maritime landscape that gives us Chiloé is of extraordinary beauty, inviting us really a holiday for these dream places. A striking architecture of its churches and some houses located on the seashore, palafito style.

The activities to be performed on the island are water sports like diving, fishing and boat trips through the various smaller islands. The name of this archipelago is due to the abundance of gulls chelles calls. The small islands are linked together by side channels.

Chiloé is accessible by air is the fastest way, or you can use the shuttle from Pargua, to cross the Chacao channel to reach it. In Chiloé there are different places you can visit as part of its tourist trip to the archipelago, from rural villages to allow contact with nature and the different resources provided by the sea, fishing harbors and beautiful places where lovers of the whales may watch in comfort in their natural environment.

One of the recent activities on the island, is agrotourism in which families engaged in farming and artisanal fisheries, share their homes with visitors to share their experiences and their culture, an initiative that is paying off.

But you can also taste the typical cuisine, whose diet is based on the consumption of native potato varieties which include great tasting, which associated with marine products such as fish and seafood, and meats, delicious dishes result where reveals their ancestral customs. Among the most outstanding dishes are the ribs, grills, dishes based on salmon and popular curanto food cooked with hot stones in a pit made on land with various marine products.

The Natural Beauty of Lake Atitlan

admin — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 20:02:50 +0000

Beautiful lake in Guatemala in the department of Solola, on whose banks are volcanoes Atitlan, San Pedro and Toliman, surely do not know the origin of the lake, some argue that is the crater of an extinct volcano and others believe that the lake was formed after the emergence of the surrounding volcanoes and which blocked the course of rivers that descend from the north.

For the beauty of this place has become a major tourist site, which reach thousands of people visit each year. The starting point for travelers is the city of Panajachel, which has become a tourist town thanks to its excellent location on the lake, from here you can make visits to the surrounding towns of Santiago Atitlan where you can buy variety of crafts , Santa Catarina and San Antonio Palopo.

Lake Atitlan is of great importance to the life and economy of the area because the residents of neighboring villages live off the natural resources afforded them by the lake and the importance as a tourist resource for its extraordinary scenic beauty, is that The area also has a number of tourist attractions besides the lake, so that tourism in the area is developed with some momentum.

Part of the activities that can be done in the lake are water sports like water skiing, diving, sport fishing, kayaking, boat rides and visit the surrounding villages or ride bikes or walk along the roads leading to villages neighbors, from where you get beautiful views of the lake and the majestic volcanoes that the monitor, contact with nature is constant. For the more daring, in the area of volcanoes can practice adventure tourism and mountaineering.

Lake Atitlan is considered by many the most beautiful lake in the world, tourists from all parts confirm this.

The Great Barrier Reef, Australia

admin — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 19:16:44 +0000

Considered the largest barrier reef in the world, the Great Barrier Reef is located northeast of Australia, is one of the top destinations for lovers of diving. This is one of the marine ecosystems that is estimated at over twenty thousand years old, formed by three thousand coral reefs formed along the coast of Queensland in Australia, was discovered by British Capt. James Cook in 1770.

This large ecosystem has good visibility throughout the year and has a high biodiversity of marine species especially pelagic fish living in shallow areas of open water, was declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1981. Favored destination for nature lovers, the Great Barrier Reef offers an incredible underwater scenery, with its colorful corals in various ways, their fish and sea turtles, seabirds provide food in this natural habitat.

The Great Barrier Reef of Australia, is the favorite spot for snorkeling practitioners, places such as Cod Hole, Pixie Pinnacule, North Horne, Challenger Bay, Osprey Reef, or Steve’s bommie, are the most visited by divers from around the world.

The main gateway is Cairns, the most important tourist city in northeastern Australia, from where catamarans depart daily full of tourists in order to delve into areas for such purpose in the Great Barrier Reef and enjoy the extraordinary scenery nature provides us.

A number of islands are formed by the Great Barrier Reef, some of which you can enjoy the services of posh hotels and some others are deserted where you can camp, prior permission from the respective authorities, ensuring the conservation of estos lugares paradisíacos, pués muchas de ellas están considerados como Parques Nacionales Marinos.

The cities of Cairns and Port Douglas, because of its proximity to the coast are the cities preferred by thousands of tourists for a visit to this wonder of nature. The high season for tourism, which receives a large influx of tourists is during the months of May through September, apart from Cairns and Port Douglas also cities like Mission Beach, Cooktown, Townsville, Bundaberg, among others, are also places where you Access to the Great Barrier Reef.

If you are a fan of diving, the Great Barrier Reef is your destination in one of their holiday travel. It is the largest natural attraction in Australia, although in recent years have noted the effects of global warming in this beautiful ecosystem, hence it is important that all those visiting this area act responsibly with existing life, avoiding pollute the waters of this beautiful place.