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The City of Miami known as the “Magic City” is located in Southeast Florida, in Miami-Dade County on the Miami River, between the Florida Everglades and the Atlantic Ocean. Since its incorporation in 1896, the City has grown tremendously, transforming it into one of the world’s renowned centers where people can work, live, and play while enjoying a high quality of life. The City of Miami, known for its diverse culture and ethnicities is the largest municipality in Miami-Dade County. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 362,470. By the year 2010, the population in the City is projected to rise to 390,191. Miami which is known as the Gateway to Latin America attracts a tremendous amount of foreign-born people, resulting in a large Latin American population that includes Cubans, Nicaraguans, Colombians, Venezuelans, Puerto Ricans, Argentineans, Ecuadorians, Brazilians, Dominicans, Haitians and Mexicans. According to the 2000 U.S. census, the City has a 60 percent Hispanic population, a 22.3 percent African-American population, and an 11.9 percent White/other population.
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The City of Miami known as the “Magic City” is located in Southeast Florida, in Miami-Dade County on the Miami River, between the Florida Everglades and the Atlantic Ocean. Since its incorporation in 1896, the City has grown tremendously, transforming it into one of the world’s renowned centers where people can work, live, and play while enjoying a high quality of life. The City of Miami, known for its diverse culture and ethnicities is the largest municipality in Miami-Dade County. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 362,470. By the year 2010, the population in the City is projected to rise to 390,191. Miami which is known as the Gateway to Latin America attracts a tremendous amount of foreign-born people, resulting in a large Latin American population that includes Cubans, Nicaraguans, Colombians, Venezuelans, Puerto Ricans, Argentineans, Ecuadorians, Brazilians, Dominicans, Haitians and Mexicans. According to the 2000 U.S. census, the City has a 60 percent Hispanic population, a 22.3 percent African-American population, and an 11.9 percent White/other population.
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On this island of tropical palm-fringed beaches, there's an ambiance that ranges from sophisticated (in Bridgetown) to slow-paced. Enjoy an exciting tour of Harrison's cave, filled with underground streams, thundering waterfalls, stalactites, and stalagmites.
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The city of Santarem is located between two great rivers, the Amazon and the Tapajos. It is there that the meeting of the green-emerald waters of the Tapajós with the brown waters of the Amazon occurs. From the moment they meet the rivers run together for a good time without mixing. 710 kilometers from Belém, Santarém offers a variety of tourist attractions. The access is easy. There the tourist can enjoy the beauty of the Alter-do-Chão beach, bathed by the crystal clear waters of the Tapajós. Fishing is one of the most popular attractions of Santarem, especially fishing the tucunare.
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Boca de Valeria is the entrance to the Valeria Channel (boca meaning mouth). The channel leads to Lake Valeria, which marks the border between the States of Amazonas and Pará.
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MANAUS is the capital of Amazonas, a tropical forest state covering around one and a half million square kilometres. It is also the commercial and physical hub of the entire Amazon region. Most visitors are surprised to learn that Manaus isn’t actually on the Amazon at all. Rather it lies on the Rio Negro, six kilometres from the point where that river meets the Solimões to form (as far as Brazilians are concerned) the Rio Amazonas. Just a few hundred metres away from the tranquil life on the rivers, the centre of Manaus perpetually buzzes with energy: always noisy, crowded and confused. Escaping from the frenzy is not easy, but there is the occasional quiet corner, and the sights of the port, markets, Opera House and some of the museums make up for the hectic pace in the downtown area. In the port and market areas, where the infamous Porto do Manaus smell is inescapable, pigs and chickens line the streets and there’s an atmosphere which seems unchanged in centuries. For the Amazon hinterland, Manaus has long symbolized “civilization”. Traditionally, this meant simply that it was the trading centre, where the hardships of life in the forest could be escaped temporarily and where manufactured commodities to make that life easier could be purchased – metal pots, steel knives, machetes and the like. Virgin jungle seems further from the city these days – just how far really depends on what you want “virgin forest” to mean – but there are still waterways and channels within a short river journey of Manaus where you can find dolphins, alligators, kingfishers and the impression, at least, that man has barely penetrated. Indeed, most visitors to Manaus rightly regard a river trip as an essential part of their stay; there is a variety of jungle tour and lodge options. Even if you can’t afford the time to disappear up the Amazon for days at a stretch, however, there are a number of sites around Manaus that make worthwhile day excursions, most notably the meeting of the waters of the yellow Rio Solimões and the black Rio Negro, and the lily-strewn Parque Ecólogico Janauary. History The name Manaus came originally from the Manau tribe which was encountered in this region by São Luís do Maranhão, exploring the area in 1616. He called the spot São Luís del Rio. But it was Francisco do Motta Falco who really founded Manaus by building up the settlement and encouraging others to remain there with him. The city you see today is primarily a product of the rubber boom and in particular the child of visionary state governor Eduardo Ribeiro, who from 1892 transformed Manaus into a major city. Under Ribeiro the Opera House was completed, and whole streets were wiped out in the process of laying down broad Parisian-style avenues, interspersed with Italian piazzas centred on splendid fountains. In 1899 Manaus was the first Brazilian city to have trolley buses and only the second to have electric lights in the streets. Around the turn of the nineteenth century Manaus was an opulent metropolis run by elegant people, who dressed and housed themselves as fashionably as their counterparts in any large European city. The rich constructed palaces and grandiose mansions; time was passed at elaborate entertainments, dances and concerts. But this heyday lasted barely thirty years, and by 1914 the rubber market was collapsing fast; Ribeiro himself had committed suicide in 1900. There was a second brief boost for Brazilian rubber during World War II, but today’s prosperity is largely due to the creation of a Free Trade Zone, the Zona Franca, in 1966. Over the following ten years the population doubled, from 250,000 to half a million, and many new industries moved in, especially electronics companies. An impressive new international airport was opened in 1976 and the floating port, supported on huge metal cylinders to cope with variations of as much as 14m in the level of the river, was modernized to cope with the new business. Today, with over three million inhabitants, Manaus is an aggressive commercial and industrial centre for an enormous region the Hong Kong of the Amazon. Over half of Brazil’s televisions are made here and electronic goods are around a third cheaper here than in the south. All of this helps encourage domestic tourism – Manaus airport is crowded with Brazilians going home with their arms laden with TVs, hi-fis, computers and fax machines. The City It’s not hard to get used to the layout of the city, and most things of interest huddle close to the water. From the floating port where the big ships dock, riverboat wharves extend round past the market, from one end of Rua dos Andradas to the other. The busiest commercial streets are immediately behind, extending up to the Avenida Sete de Setembro, with the cathedral marking one end of the downtown district, the Praça da Polícia the other. Beyond Avenida Sete de Setembro, towards the Opera House, it’s a bit calmer, with more offices and fewer shops. The busy Praça da Matriz by the cathedral is the main hub of city communications, with buses to local points around the city and suburbs; another good connection point for city buses and taxis is the east side of Avenida Getúlio Vargas just north of Avenida Sete de Setembro.
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Parintins stands out as the most hospitable cultural city in the region. The island where it today stands Parintins was reached by Portuguese Captain J. Pedro Cordovil in 1796. Its people exhibit an artistic expression recognized worldwide due to their folkloric festival. The city has a population of 71.574, in an area of 7,069 square Km, and is located on the right bank of the Amazon River on the Island of Tupinambarana. The hot and humid climate, with an average temp. of 35ºC and 85% humidity, explains the mystery of the city destined for success. The area´s relief consists of forests of floodplains and highlands, lakes, islands, and a small mountain ridge that forms the border between the states of Amazonas and Pará. Parintins distinguishes itself from other cities because everything the city breathes culture, magic, beauty, and happiness year-round.
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Alter-do-Chao village is 30 km from Santarem. It is the most sought-after village in the region and a popular stop on the route of foreign cruises. Bathed by the Tapajos River, its beaches are temporary, depending on the tides of the river. One of the curiosities of the place is the green lake, whose waters change during the day, from blue to green. Annually, in September, the Party of the Caire happens, a folkloric and religious manifestation that lasts 8 days. They several presentations of dance and music of quaint names: camelu, desfeiteira, lundu, the waltz of tip of the handkerchief, marambire, quadrilha, cruisador tupi, macucaua, cecuiara and many others.
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Rio de Janeiro is an awe-inspiring city of contrasts. Impossibly steep granite mountains jut out of the ocean between glorious stretches of golden sand, impeccable colonial buildings nestle in between modern glass skyscrapers and verdant forests tumble down hillsides into densely populated residential areas. It is a city high on life, a city of beach worship, football, samba, and Carnival. High above all this fun and frivolity stands Rio’s iconic landmark, the statue of Christ the Redeemer – an ever-present vision. The continuing strength of foreign currencies against the Brazilian Real and the national football team’s success in the recent World Cup both have helped to make Brazil – and Rio in particular – an increasingly popular and affordable year-round destination. As well as the city’s well-known landmarks of Corcovado and Sugar Loaf mountains, Rio boasts a wealth of attractions and activities, plus great food, music, and entertainment – enough to keep a visitor busy for any length of stay. Situated in southeast Brazil, on the natural port of the Baia de Guanabara (Guanabara Bay), Rio is a city of over ten million people squeezed between the ocean and the mountains. The cidademariposaa (marvelous city) is a melting pot of cultures and people in varying degrees of wealth or poverty. In Rio, the rich and poor live together and the exclusive areas stand in stark contrast and proximity to the slum areas or favelas. But no matter what their background or economic standing, the Cariocas – as the citizens of Rio are known – are characterized by a passion and enthusiasm for life, which is on full show during Rio’s famous annual Carnival. Central to the Carioca lifestyle is the beach. From dawn until dusk and even after dark, the residents of Rio can be found enjoying the long stretches of sandy coastline with which the city is blessed. The beach is not merely a place to absorb the sun’s rays but also an important venue for sports, socializing, and even business. It is a people-watcher’s paradise – clothing is minimal and bodies are bronzed and beautiful. The famous Copacabana and Ipanema beaches are magnets for Brazilians and tourists alike. It has taken five hundred years for Rio to transform itself into one of the world’s greatest cities. On 1 January 1502, Portuguese explorers sailed into Guanabara Bay and named it Rio de Janeiro (River of January), under the mistaken impression that it was an enormous river mouth. The French attempted to gain control of the bay in 1555 but were finally evicted by the Portuguese in 1567. The Portuguese colony was based on sugar cane and agricultural products throughout the 17th century until the discovery of gold in the nearby Minas Gerais region led to the city’s emergence as a control, export, and taxation center. Black slaves formed the majority of the population in these early days of trading and the African influence is still present in the city’s culture. The capital of colonial Brazil was moved from Bahia (now Salvador) in 1763 to Rio de Janeiro and the city began to flourish, especially when coffee became the predominant export in the 19th century. After the Portuguese monarchy was exiled from Portugal due to Napoleon’s taking Lisbon, Rio became their home and eventually the capital of an independent Brazilian Empire. Finally, Brazil became a Republic in 1889 and Rio de Janeiro remained its capital until 1960, when the Federal government was transferred to Brasilia in 1960. Rio has continued to grow and has become a popular destination not only for tourists but also for migrants from other parts of the country. Despite its development, the city still has more than its fair share of social problems. Strong divisions exist between the ‘haves’ and the ‘have-nots’. Attempts have been made to curtail crime, although both residents and tourists still must remain alert to petty thieves. Rio’s best season is undoubtedly the summer months, between December and February, culminating with Carnival. Temperatures can rise to around 40ºC (104ºF) or more, which, if tourists do as the Brazilians do and visit the beaches and not rush around, is ideal weather.
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Rio de Janeiro is an awe-inspiring city of contrasts. Impossibly steep granite mountains jut out of the ocean between glorious stretches of golden sand, impeccable colonial buildings nestle in between modern glass skyscrapers and verdant forests tumble down hillsides into densely populated residential areas. It is a city high on life, a city of beach worship, football, samba, and Carnival. High above all this fun and frivolity stands Rio’s iconic landmark, the statue of Christ the Redeemer – an ever-present vision. The continuing strength of foreign currencies against the Brazilian Real and the national football team’s success in the recent World Cup both have helped to make Brazil – and Rio in particular – an increasingly popular and affordable year-round destination. As well as the city’s well-known landmarks of Corcovado and Sugar Loaf mountains, Rio boasts a wealth of attractions and activities, plus great food, music, and entertainment – enough to keep a visitor busy for any length of stay. Situated in southeast Brazil, on the natural port of the Baia de Guanabara (Guanabara Bay), Rio is a city of over ten million people squeezed between the ocean and the mountains. The cidademariposaa (marvelous city) is a melting pot of cultures and people in varying degrees of wealth or poverty. In Rio, the rich and poor live together and the exclusive areas stand in stark contrast and proximity to the slum areas or favelas. But no matter what their background or economic standing, the Cariocas – as the citizens of Rio are known – are characterized by a passion and enthusiasm for life, which is on full show during Rio’s famous annual Carnival. Central to the Carioca lifestyle is the beach. From dawn until dusk and even after dark, the residents of Rio can be found enjoying the long stretches of sandy coastline with which the city is blessed. The beach is not merely a place to absorb the sun’s rays but also an important venue for sports, socializing, and even business. It is a people-watcher’s paradise – clothing is minimal and bodies are bronzed and beautiful. The famous Copacabana and Ipanema beaches are magnets for Brazilians and tourists alike. It has taken five hundred years for Rio to transform itself into one of the world’s greatest cities. On 1 January 1502, Portuguese explorers sailed into Guanabara Bay and named it Rio de Janeiro (River of January), under the mistaken impression that it was an enormous river mouth. The French attempted to gain control of the bay in 1555 but were finally evicted by the Portuguese in 1567. The Portuguese colony was based on sugar cane and agricultural products throughout the 17th century until the discovery of gold in the nearby Minas Gerais region led to the city’s emergence as a control, export, and taxation center. Black slaves formed the majority of the population in these early days of trading and the African influence is still present in the city’s culture. The capital of colonial Brazil was moved from Bahia (now Salvador) in 1763 to Rio de Janeiro and the city began to flourish, especially when coffee became the predominant export in the 19th century. After the Portuguese monarchy was exiled from Portugal due to Napoleon’s taking Lisbon, Rio became their home and eventually the capital of an independent Brazilian Empire. Finally, Brazil became a Republic in 1889 and Rio de Janeiro remained its capital until 1960, when the Federal government was transferred to Brasilia in 1960. Rio has continued to grow and has become a popular destination not only for tourists but also for migrants from other parts of the country. Despite its development, the city still has more than its fair share of social problems. Strong divisions exist between the ‘haves’ and the ‘have-nots’. Attempts have been made to curtail crime, although both residents and tourists still must remain alert to petty thieves. Rio’s best season is undoubtedly the summer months, between December and February, culminating with Carnival. Temperatures can rise to around 40ºC (104ºF) or more, which, if tourists do as the Brazilians do and visit the beaches and not rush around, is ideal weather.
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On February 2nd, 1892, the Port of Santos - considered the largest Port in the Southern Hemisphere - was opened, when the Companhia Docas de Santos - CDS, consigned to the world navigation the first 284 yards of docks in the area called Valongo. The mooring of the Nasmith British Steam Ship was set on this date. In 1980, Companhia Docas do Estado de São Paulo - CODESP - www.portodesantos.com.br, a semipublic company, in which the Federal Government has the majority of stocks, took over the management of the port. The Port of Santos has the largest container terminal in Latin America, with 135 acres. It has 7.5 miles of docks with terminals specially assigned for grains, fertilizers, bulk liquid, and containers. It also has two railways with 124 miles of railway lines. The Port's geographical location is crucial for the development of intermodal transportation (road-maritime), guaranteeing a fast economical alternative for cargo transportation in the Mercosur countries. We must point out that 30% of all Brazilian exports are shipped through the São Paulo ports and airports. Presently, the Port of Santos interchanges more than 38 million tons of cargo per year. To guarantee new investments, and a faster and more effective structure, many of the Port's services are being taken over by private companies. More than 120 companies operate in the area and the investments for the next five years should amount to US$ 1 billion.CODESP is developing the Santos 2000 Project, considered to be an ambitious modernizing plan that is ranking the port as one of the most important ports in Latin America in the 21st Century. The target is to turn the Port of Santos into a more modern, competitive, faster, and well-equipped port.
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Home to almost 50% of the nation's population, Montevideo is a modern metropolis with a historical old town dating back to colonial times. Surrounding the whole city lies an uninterrupted stretch of white sandy beach. Highlights include Ciudad Vieja (Old Town) with its 18th-century buildings, the vibrant Mercado del Puerto, and the bustling commercial activity of Avenida 18 de Julio and its cultural offerings (theatres, museums, and art galleries)
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This fabulous city is renowned for its sophistication, although travelers expecting a more 'South American' experience are sometimes disappointed with its European feel. Argentina is one Latin American country where Europeans and North Americans can feel at ease and travel relatively inconspicuously. An interest in soccer and some nimble foot skills may be all you need to feel like a local.
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At the beginning of the 19th century, Punta del Este was a vast semi-deserted region only visited by sailors and fishermen. Today this coastal town, commonly referred to as the St Tropez of South America, attracts close to 300,000 visitors each year. Opposite the large peninsula separating the two waters of the Atlantic Ocean and Rio de la Plata, lie the enchanted islands of Isla Gorriti and Isla de los Lobos, inhabited by one of the world's largest sea-lion colonies.
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Port Stanley is a quaint fishing village with one of the finest stretches of sandy beaches on the north shore of Lake Erie. The village is a popular destination for day trippers and for those who want to stay a little longer. It's uniqueness lies with its natural attractions such as the meandering Kettle Creek and the multitude of sailboats that dot its banks. The historical King George VI lift bridge in the center of town is a "must see". Shopping is a treat in the personal boutiques, galleries and specialty shops. The summer theatre productions are highly entertaining. Port Stanley was occupied by the Neutral Indians until 1653, when they were expelled by the Iroquois. In the 1700's many explorers and travelers would portage across Long Point and voyage to the Thames River and further inland exploring. A ferry service between Port Stanley and Buffalo was established in 1832, and by 1833 Port Stanley had become well known as one of the finest harbours on Lake Erie. In the early 1900s, Port Stanley was one of the main tourist attractions on the lake.
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Ushuaia is the southernmost city in the world, on the shores of the Beagle Channel and surrounded by the Martial Mounts. It is the capital of the Tierra del Fuego, Antarctica, and Southern Atlantic Islands Province, and its superlative location allows you to enjoy the sea, mountains, and forests at the same time. Besides, it is a great place for shopping: the whole island is a tax-free zone, thus you can find lots of imported goods along with regional products.
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This is Patagonia's largest and most commercially important city. Located on the western side of the Strait of Magellan with a superb port and the only large airport in the area, it is the major hub for boat transport through the strait and research vessels on their way to or from Antarctica. For the visitor, Punta Arenas is better known as the gateway to Torres del Paine National Park, 400 kilometers to the northwest. This unique town grew up on wool and international shipping before the Panama Canal opened. In the late 19th century, huge fortunes made by sheep farming left the city with distinguished mansions, some of them now museums and other monuments. Summer cruise ships from Punta Arenas travel to Antarctica, where Chile claims a sector of the icebound continent. You can also begin a scenic ferry cruise through the Chilean fjords from Puerto Natales, sailing north to Puerto Montt, in the southern mainland lake region.
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Situated along the wild-west fjordland coast of Chile, 250 miles south of Puerto Montt, it is here that the northern Patagonian ice sheets fall into the sea in neon blue splendor. One of the last frontiers, there are few such remote, unspoiled, and underdeveloped places left on earth. To simply admire the pristine beauty of its untouched natural resources is the main reason for calling on this port. Puerto Chacabuco is a small isolated settlement with no clearly defined town center. The town itself consists of one main road, a fish processing facility, and a pier. A frontier-like village, about 10 miles north of the port, Puerto Aysen, is the area's main town.
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This is the capital city of the Lakes Region X, the last city in its longitudinal valley. Puerto Montt was founded in 1853 by Vicente Perez Rosales as part of the policy of settling the area promoted by the government of the time. A year before, the first German immigrants to the country had arrived in the area, and the city, along with Valdivia and Osorno, retains much of their influence. The bay of Puerto Montt extends over the northern part of the Seno de Reloncavi, with a view of the distant Corcovado and Michinmahuida volcanoes. The central business and service section of the city lies around Manuel Irrazabal Square, with a nice view of the sea, and the Cathedral located north of the square. From the square westwards is the John Paul II Museum, which commemorates the visit of His Holiness the Pope in 1987, as well as housing articles from the culture of the indigenous peoples and the German settlers. Further on rise the harbor works and the Handicrafts Fair, where a variety of characteristic articles produced by local artists can be seen and purchased. At the end of the street is the Caleta Angelmo, famous for its fair and traditional restaurants, especially those where every sort of fish and seafood, in particular the local "curanto," can be sampled. Along the same coast road eastwards of the city is Pelluco Beach, with its beautiful residences, very good restaurants, discotheques, and pubs.
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The second-largest city in Chile, Valparaíso enjoys a spectacular location between the mountains and the sea. This coastal city boasts a romantic, time-worn elegance of cobbled streets and Victorian houses. The Chilean Congress recently moved to Valparaíso from Santiago, giving the city a fresh boost of energy. Just ten minutes north of Valparaíso lies Vina del Mar, Chile's premier coastal resort. You'll find fabulous beaches and a bustling commercial sector. Viña del Mar is known as the Ciudad Jardín (Garden City) thanks to its lavish gardens and subtropical atmosphere. The weather is often cool and foggy. The nightlife is better in Vina del Mar than in Valparaíso, so plan to head there to check out the cinemas and dance clubs.Near these twin cities are loads of beaches and stunning coastlines. Be sure to check out the fabulous seafood. The Reserva Nacional Lago Penuelas near Valparaiso is a popular spot for weekend outings. The Parque Nacional la Campana is a great place for communing with the outdoors as well.
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It is the main port for the area and includes a rocky peninsula that forms the southern part of the bay that both cities sit upon (Bahia de Coquimbo). A labyrinth of unique houses and assorted buildings has grown up on the rocky outcrops of the peninsula that overlook the central plaza as well as the main port. This area is well worth a visit (in daytime only, as shadier folk seem to populate it at night), with a dozen or so zig-zagging stairways winding upwards at the end of the main avenues of town. A fantastic view of the entire bay including La Serena in the distance is possible from one of the many miradores (lookouts) up top. There are also tidal pools at the point of the peninsula that are a popular swimming spot at low tide. Outrageously good seafood can be had at the various restaurants around the central market or purchased fresh from the stalls at the pier moments after arriving from the fleet of boats that dock there. From the wharf, one can take tranquil half-hour tours of the harbor and enjoy the feel of the ocean as well as its salty smell. Like La Serena, Coquimbo is surrounded by some of Chile´s most beautiful beaches both to the north and south.
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Iquique is the capital of the First Region. Iquique is also the principal fishing port in Chile.The commercial activity of this city is centered around its Zona Franca (duty-free area). Iquique offers a mixture of shopping, history, and attractive beaches, and it is boarded by the desert, the sea, an oasis, and the Altiplano (high plateau).In Iquiqu,e we can find evidence of mining dating back to the magnificent times when saltpeter was mined, and historical sites as well as the great surroundings, such as the Pampa del Tamarugal (mesquite grove) and the Pica Oasis in the middle of the desert.
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Arica spreads out at the foot of El Morro Hill, the site of a major battle of the Peruvian War (1879-83). Today, the hill is a national historic monument, complete with an open-air museum. The summit of El Morro affords excellent panoramic views, which survey the city, the ocean, and even the distant Atacama. Also of interest in Arica is the San Marcos de Arica church, designed by the famed tower-builder Gustav Eiffel. Historically, Arica was an important trade center for products from the interior, and the Quechua and Aymara Indians still came to the city to sell traditional handicrafts. Arica is also a major transportation center, with international air links to Bolivia and Peru. Among adventure travelers, the city is best known as the starting point for excursions into the Atacama Desert. The Museo Arqueologicò San Miguel de Azapa, located a short distance out of town, gives an excellent introduction to the history of the area. Among its most fascinating exhibits is a collection of Incan mummies, whose bodies were perfectly preserved in the extraordinarily arid sands of the forbidding Atacama. Known as "The City of Eternal Spring," Arica is located at the northern tip of Chile on the shores of the Pacific Ocean. It is blessed with a mild, dry climate and waters warm enough for swimming, making it a popular, year-round beach resort. The best bathing spots are several sheltered coves south of town, which offer calm waters and a picturesque, unspoiled setting.
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Pisco is a small city located in the Ica Region of Peru, the capital of the Pisco Province. The city is around 9 meters above sea level. Pisco was founded in 1640, close to the indigenous emplacement of the same name. Pisco originally prospered because of its nearby vineyards and became noted for its grape brandy or pisco which was exported from its port. Pisco has an estimated population of 133,926.Pisco is a Quechua word that means "bird". The area is often visited because of the concentration of marine animals and birds at the Paracas National Reserve, or the Peruvian Galápagos. At the reserve, there are the Islas Ballestas, a collection of islands that are off-limits to people, but boat tours can get close to them. The Chincha Islands are also near its coast. Many bird species can be seen in the islands including pelicans, penguins, cormorants, Peruvian boobies, and Inca terns, as well as sea lions, turtles, dolphins, and whales.
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Lima, the capital of Peru, lies on the country's arid Pacific coast. Though its colonial center is preserved, it's a bustling metropolis and one of South America’s largest cities. It's home to the Museo Larco collection of pre-Columbian art and the Museo de la Nación, tracing the history of Peru’s ancient civilizations. The Plaza de Armas and the 16th-century cathedral are the heart of the old Lima Centro.
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Lima, the capital of Peru, lies on the country's arid Pacific coast. Though its colonial center is preserved, it's a bustling metropolis and one of South America’s largest cities. It's home to the Museo Larco collection of pre-Columbian art and the Museo de la Nación, tracing the history of Peru’s ancient civilizations. The Plaza de Armas and the 16th-century cathedral are the heart of the old Lima Centro.
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This town, the island's capital, is a small town with a host of restaurants and shops. Hanga Roa is very small with the majority of the shops on the long road from just below the church in the west to the airport road in the east. Several small supermarkets along the central part of this road stock a surprising variety of foods including, for example, tinned Camembert cheese. The town's market is towards the center of this road and here you can buy fresh fruit and vegetables, and fresh fish caught that morning. At least one of these supermarkets will accept Visa for payment provided a reasonable amount is purchased but you may have to be very pushy. Several Moais, shown above, are grouped just north of the town on the coast near the museum. This is an ideal site for sunset photography as the sun sets behind the Moais. Don't forget a torch for the return walk as there are no street lights this far out! There are many artists here, selling their wares from cloths laid out on the ground and it is easy to barter other commodities. For example, Scotch whisky is almost like hard currency, and a good pair of shoes or a rucksack are in high demand. Be warned that the wives of the men trading Moais for Scotch can get very upset about the deal but they are quite happy to acquire shoes!
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The second biggest atoll in Polynesia, a 60 km by 25 km rectangle has two main villages: Rotoava in the northeast near the Ngarue pass, one kilometer wide and its airdrome; and then there is Tetamanu, formerly the main village of the island located near the southern Tumakohua pass. This protected atoll together with its six neighboring islands, originally including Taiaro, makes up a Unesco-classified nature reserve, which is proof of the richness of the ecosystem of these atolls: the especially rare flora and fauna, including the hunting king-fisher, the Tuamotu palm, and in the lagoons, crustaceans such as squills or sea cicadas. Among the things to be explored here are: a pearl farm visit and the fairly colorful visit to the sea slug smoke house, the "rori" highly prized by Asian gourmets, and the ancient village of Tetamanu with one of the first Catholic churches built in coral and dating from 1874. The real drawcard to the island is its scuba diving which still holds its share of excitement in the virtually untouched spots where there is to be found a concentration of lagoon and ocean fish such as loach, meru, barracuda, rays, and the highly memorable hammerhead and tiger sharks.
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The atolls of Tahiti are some of the largest and most beautiful in the world. They are low-lying islands and are very different from the mountainous islands of Tahiti, Moorea, and Bora Bora. All of the islands that make up theTuamotus are coral atolls. These coral rings surround a lagoon and offer some of the most beautiful colors and clear waters set against dramatic white sand beaches. Explore the islands by open-air cars or bicycles; discover the lagoon and surrounding motus by motorboat, canoe, or sailboat. Rangiroa, the largest atoll in the South Pacific, is only an hour’s flight from Tahiti. Its lagoon is 42 miles long and 16 miles wide, which is larger than the island of Tahiti. The total population of the island is about 1,400 people who live in two villages. These villages lie on opposite sides of a navigable pass that provides access to the lagoon from the open ocean beyond. It is one of these passes that provides one of Tahiti’s best and most adventurous diving experiences, a drift dive teaming with Hammerhead sharks. This island also offers you one of the more unique hotel experiences, the Kia Ora Sauvage.
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Bora Bora is the most magical of all the French Polynesian islands. The main island of Bora Bora, home to 4,225 inhabitants, is in the center of a multicolored lagoon, surrounded by offshore motu islets inside a protective coral necklace. The motu islets of Bora Bora are the ideal location for a Bora Bora honeymoon. Bora Bora has numerous luxury hotels and resorts, Hotel Bora Bora was the first Hotel in French Polynesia to build over-water bungalows. No matter what kind of vacation you are planning, Bora Bora is a must when visiting French Polynesia. There is only one navigable pass, facing the principal village of Vaitape. A 29 km (18 miles) partially sealed road circles the Bora Bora, passing through colorful villages, archaeological sites, old Army bunkers, and cannons left over from World War II. Bora Bora lies 240 Km (150 miles) northwest of Tahiti in the Leeward Society Islands. Matira Beach has white sand and warm, shallow water. Bora Bora's lagoon is world-famous for its beauty.
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Bora Bora is the most magical of all the French Polynesian islands. The main island of Bora Bora, home to 4,225 inhabitants, is in the center of a multicolored lagoon, surrounded by offshore motu islets inside a protective coral necklace. The motu islets of Bora Bora are the ideal location for a Bora Bora honeymoon. Bora Bora has numerous luxury hotels and resorts, Hotel Bora Bora was the first Hotel in French Polynesia to build over-water bungalows. No matter what kind of vacation you are planning, Bora Bora is a must when visiting French Polynesia. There is only one navigable pass, facing the principal village of Vaitape. A 29 km (18 miles) partially sealed road circles the Bora Bora, passing through colorful villages, archaeological sites, old Army bunkers, and cannons left over from World War II. Bora Bora lies 240 Km (150 miles) northwest of Tahiti in the Leeward Society Islands. Matira Beach has white sand and warm, shallow water. Bora Bora's lagoon is world-famous for its beauty.
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Huahine lies 175 km (110 miles) northwest of Tahiti in the Leeward Society Islands, visible from Raiatea, Tahaa, and Bora Bora. Comprised of Huahine Nui (big Huahine) and Huahine-Iti (little Huahine), the two islands are joined by a narrow isthmus and are enclosed within a protective coral necklace. Off-shore "motu" islets lie inside the barrier reef, providing luscious gardens for Huahine's watermelon and cantaloupe industry. A road, mostly un-paved, winds 32 km (20 miles) around the two islands, passing through small villages where the 4,480 inhabitants live in colorful, modest homes. The lagoon, bordered by white sand beaches, is rich with sea life, and the Village of Maeva is a wealth of archaeological sites. The principal village of Fare slumbers under the shade of almond and acacia trees, and awakens with delight at the frequent arrivals of the inter-island ferries from Papeete. Then truckloads of copra, pigs, taro, bananas, and melons are brought to the quay for market days. People from all over the island mingle with arriving passengers and curious tourists, all enjoying the bustling activity and wandering in and out of the various Chinese shops along Fare's waterfront Then the ships blast their farewell and head out the pass, the last Le Truck leaves town, headed for the villages once again. And life on this peaceful island resumes its normal pace.
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Some 17km (11 miles) from Tahiti, and connected to it by a 45-minute ferry service or seven-minute flight, is an island with a simpler and more rustic lifestyle yet offers plenty of entertainment for the tourist, including traditional-style nightlife. Dominated by volcanic peaks, it also has dazzling white sand beaches and clear lagoons ideal for swimming, diving, and snorkeling. Excursions include a visit to the beautiful Opunohu Valley, an ancient dwelling place, uninhabited for 150 years, with 500 ancient structures including temples or marae, some of which have been restored. Le Belvédère is a lookout spot from where the best view of the island may be had. The nearby island of Tetiaroa recently opened to the public and accessible only by air, is an important seabird sanctuary.
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Papeete is the major city of Tahiti and the capital of French Polynesia. This little city of 80,000 people is pretty recent as there were no buildings on its site when in 1769, Captain Cook first reached Matavai Bay located 10 km away on the East Coast. Since the 18th century, sailors realized how safe was its bay for their ships. In 1797, the London Missionary Society (LMS) tried to send some missionaries to settle down in Papeete but they did not succeed until 1824 with the help of Queen Pomare IV. It was Governor Bruat who decided in 1843 that Papeete would become the administrative center of the newly born French Protectorate. At that time, the expansion of the city was going fast and the bay of Papeete had become a large harbour. In the 19th century, some Chinese started to settle down in Papeete which counted only 5,000 persons. During World War I, Papeete was bombed by the Germans, and the Municipal Market was destroyed.
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Papeete is the major city of Tahiti and the capital of French Polynesia. This little city of 80,000 people is pretty recent as there were no buildings on its site when in 1769, Captain Cook first reached Matavai Bay located 10 km away on the East Coast. Since the 18th century, sailors realized how safe was its bay for their ships. In 1797, the London Missionary Society (LMS) tried to send some missionaries to settle down in Papeete but they did not succeed until 1824 with the help of Queen Pomare IV. It was Governor Bruat who decided in 1843 that Papeete would become the administrative center of the newly born French Protectorate. At that time, the expansion of the city was going fast and the bay of Papeete had become a large harbour. In the 19th century, some Chinese started to settle down in Papeete which counted only 5,000 persons. During World War I, Papeete was bombed by the Germans, and the Municipal Market was destroyed.
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Rarotonga is one of those islands that old South Seas hands recalled fondly when the talk around the bar turned to the quintessential island paradise. Long a favorite with sailors, Rarotonga, with its volcanic landscape of jagged peaks and deep valleys, is the only mountainous island in the Cook Islands. Its interior is mostly lush rain forest, and miles of white-sand beaches and an uncommonly clear lagoon fringe its shore. Dive shops on the island lead trips to about 40 sites that cover the full gamut of the water world: steep drop-offs, wreck dives, canyons, swim-through, coral-laden reefs and, for adrenalin junkies, shark dives. Visibility averages about 100 feet, and thanks to a five-year-old marine conservation program, the fish life in the once-over fished lagoon in making a strong comeback. Offshore, fishermen can count on catching yellow fin tuna, mahi-mahi, wahoo, and spotting humpback whales during their July-to-October migration. Big-wave surfers keep their eyes on the horizon at Avatiu harbor in Avarua.
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A visit to the Cook Islands is not complete without seeing the beautiful island of Aitutaki. The breathtaking allure of its crystal clear turquoise waters and sparkling white beaches is an essential ingredient in any Cook Island holiday. It is a place of unsurpassed natural beauty and tranquility, providing a simple tonic to soothe away the pressures of the outside world. Aitutaki is 220 kilometers north of Rarotonga and less than an hour's flight away. It is partly volcanic and partly of atoll origin. Its highest hill, Maungapu is said to be the top of Rarotonga's Raemaru Peak, brought back by victorious warriors. The spectacular lagoon (45 kilometers around) is abundant with colored fish of many varieties, and its perimeter is sprinkled with many small and charming uninhabited islands. Visitors who stay should set their watches to "island time". In this laid-back atmosphere, they will find a variety of accommodation facilities, an assortment of different shops scattered throughout the villages, and several restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues.
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Pago Pago Harbor, a collapsed volcanic caldera is one of the largest natural harbors in the South Pacific. It cuts deeply into the south-central coast almost dividing the island in two. From east to west, a steep mountainous spine runs the 20-mile length of the island, punctuated in places by notable summits including Matafao Peak, Tutuila's tallest mountain at 2,142 feet; North Pioa Mountain, popularly known as Rainmaker Mountain, 1,718; and Mount 'Alava, the steep ridgeline looming to the north of Pago Pago Harbor, marking the south boundary of the park area. Mount Alava lies to the north of Pago Pago Harbor. A hiking trail along the maintenance road leads to the 1610-foot summit.
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Apia, town, port, and capital (since 1959) of Samoa. It is located on the northern coast of Upolu Island, in the South Pacific Ocean. The Apia Observatory, the legislative council chambers, and a broadcasting station are on the Mulinuu Peninsula, a promontory dividing Apia Harbour from Vaiusu Bay. The 19th-century Scottish writer Robert Louis Stevenson spent the last year of his life in Apia, and his home, Vailima, is now the residence of the head of state. Apia, town, port, and capital (since 1959) of Samoa. It is located on the northern coast of Upolu Island, in the South Pacific Ocean. The Apia Observatory, the legislative council chambers, and a broadcasting station are on the Mulinuu Peninsula, a promontory dividing Apia Harbour from Vaiusu Bay. The 19th-century Scottish writer Robert Louis Stevenson spent the last year of his life in Apia, and his home, Vailima, is now the residence of the head of state. Stevenson is buried at Mount Vaea, which rises to 1,500 feet (460 meters) on the town’s southern outskirts. The government holds title to the townland.is buried at Mount Vaea, which rises to 1,500 feet (460 meters) on the town’s southern outskirts. The government holds title to the townland.
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Neiafu is the second-largest town in Tonga, with a population of 3,731 in 2016. It is situated beside the Port of Refuge, a deep-water harbour on the south coast of Vava. u, the main island of the Vava? u archipelago in northern Tonga. To the northwest lies the 131-metre high Mt. Talau with its distinctive flat top
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Savusavu is located 100 miles north-east of Suva, on Vanua Levu the second largest island in the Fiji Group. Savusavu Bay is amongst the world's finest natural harbors, and cruise ships visit regularly. The Hibiscus Highway stretches 70 miles up the coast from Savusavu, offering some of the finest and most unspoiled scenery in the South Pacific, while the trans-insular road across to the main town of Labasa, offers breathtaking views and indigenous rainforest. The atmosphere of the past lingers on everywhere, amongst a natural and friendly population. Unusual attractions include the thermal springs at Nakama and the blowholes at Namale. Tours and scenic drives, bay cruises and fishing, reef-beach activities, and local entertainment are all easily arranged. A tour of a working copra plantation is a unique experience. Savusavu stores stock duty-free goods. A selection of woven and carved local handicrafts may be purchased whilst normal holiday needs, toiletries, etc. are readily available. Modern taxis and regular local buses ensure reliable easy travel. Accommodation at Savusavu is first class, either at Daku Resort, Cousteau Fiji Islands, Kontiki Resort, or at the Namale Plantation, a beachside working copra plantation, 6 miles from the township.
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Dravuni is located in the northern part of the reef at S 18 48' and E 178 36'. Approximately 125 persons live in a single village on this 200-acre island. Because the reefs provide a major part of their sustenance, the chiefs have guarded them well and wish to see them studied and preserved. Only four of the islands within this reef are inhabited. Both the Great Astrolabe and the North Astrolabe Reefs offer a broad variety of habitats. Lagoon depths range from very shallow to 40 meters and include rock, sand/sediment, and seagrass areas, as well as coral seamounts. Dense coral growth edges the windward sides of the smaller islands within the reef. Rich underwater seagrass beds flourish off the leeward coast of Dravuni and some of the other islands. Transportation to the island is provided by an inter-island ferry, the Bulouniceva, which departs Suva on Wednesday and Sunday, makes a round trip to the Kadavu group with Dravuni as the last stop, and returns on Friday and Tuesday respectively. Workboats may be made available through the MSP, although advanced bookings are necessary. A boat may also be hired from the village, with a boatman. Charges for using the field station facility depend upon the support needed.
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Lautoka is 24km up the coast from Nadi Airport. Many tourists only get there because it’s the departure point for Blue Lagoon Cruises and some of the Mamanuca and Yasawa islands. It’s a nice harborfront town with duty-free shopping and markets but not exactly a holiday destination. Lautoka is known as the ‘Sugar City’ because of its mill and wharf access. The annual Sugar Festival is in September. Incidentally, the name ‘Lautoka’ comes from a legend that two local chiefs were fighting on Farquhar’s Point - one chief found himself on the receiving end of a spear and screamed Lautokaa’, which means literally, ‘spear-hit’.
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Luganville is the second largest city in Vanuatu. Its population is 16,312.The city is called Santo by people from Vanuatu's northern islands, who use Luganville as their big city. It is called Kanal (from French Second Canal) by rural residents of the large island of Espiritu Santo.
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Port Vila is the capital and largest city of Vanuatu and is on the island of Efate.Its population in the last census (2009) was 44,040,[1] an increase of 35% from the previous census result (29,356 in 1999). In 2009, the population of Port Vila formed 18.8% of the country's population, and 66.9% of the population of Efate.
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Noumea is the capital and largest city of the French special collectivity of New Caledonia. It is situated on a peninsula in the south of New Caledonia's main island, Grande Terre, and is home to the majority of the island's European, Polynesian, Indonesian, and Vietnamese populations, as well as many Melanesians, Ni-Vanuatu, and Kanaks who work in one of the South Pacific's most industrialized cities. The city lies on a protected deep-water harbour which serves as the chief port for New Caledonia.
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Sydney is Australia's largest and most cosmopolitan city and is the capital of New South Wales, the most heavily populated state of Australia. Sydney is situated on one of the world's most beautiful and famous harbors. Sydney also boasts beautiful beaches, fantastic shops, restaurants, history and culture. Sydney's many highlights include the Harbors Bridge, the Opera House, Centrepoint Tower, The Rocks, the stunning harbor, and the white sands of Bondi, Manly, and beyond. Sydney is also home to beautiful National Parks, the Royal Botanic Gardens, many harborfront picnic locations, and heritage areas.
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Sydney is Australia's largest and most cosmopolitan city and is the capital of New South Wales, the most heavily populated state of Australia. Sydney is situated on one of the world's most beautiful and famous harbors. Sydney also boasts beautiful beaches, fantastic shops, restaurants, history and culture. Sydney's many highlights include the Harbors Bridge, the Opera House, Centrepoint Tower, The Rocks, the stunning harbor, and the white sands of Bondi, Manly, and beyond. Sydney is also home to beautiful National Parks, the Royal Botanic Gardens, many harborfront picnic locations, and heritage areas.
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Brisbane, the capital city of Queensland, is midway up the east coast of Australia - 27.5oS, 153oE. With the Gold Coast to the south and the Sunshine Coast to the north, as domestic and international airports, Brisbane is an ideal headquarters for an Australian holiday. Brisbane, indeed all of Queensland, operates on Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT. Summertime or Daylight Saving is not observed. Residents and visitors to Brisbane enjoy a wide range of landscapes and lifestyles. The inner-city, metropolitan Brisbane is surrounded by leafy, sometimes very hilly, suburbs. Further out in the suburbs, the traditional Australian house on a large block or even acreage dominates. Moreton Bay and its islands provide water sports, sailing, and seaside suburbs. The Pacific Highway leads south to the Gold Coast and its well-known surf beaches. North is the seaside town of Redcliffe, the rainforest and picturesque countryside of Pine Rivers, Caboolture, and the Glasshouse Mountains. Bribie Island offers the first surf beach to the north. The Sunshine Coast towns and hinterland are popular holiday spots. Traveling west of Brisbane, past Ipswich, you soon climb the Great Dividing Range to Toowoomba and the rich plains of the Darling Downs.
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Airlie Beach is a coastal locality in the Whitsunday Region of Queensland, Australia. In the 2016 census, Airlie Beach had a population of 1,208 people.
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Townsville is a coastal city in northeastern Queensland, Australia. The Strand esplanade, with its pier and water park, is popular. The Reef HQ Aquarium has marine life and coral from the Great Barrier Reef, plus a sea turtle hospital. Southeast of the city, the Billabong Sanctuary wildlife park is home to koalas, wombats, and crocodiles. Offshore, Magnetic Island has coral reefs and a national park full of wildlife.
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The far north of Queensland is nestled amongst the tropical background of Australia’s rare rain forests and internationally acclaimed Great Barrier Reef. Recognized for the charm and friendly hospitality of the local people, North Queensland has an array of holiday experiences and attractions to offer year-round. Cairns Far North Queensland is the perfect escape for nature lovers with spectacular National Parks abundant with amazing bird and animal life. While the more adventurous can dive the Great Barrier Reef, raft the rapids of the Baron River, or rappel down a ravine. Cairns situated on the coast is often described as the jewel of North Queensland. It is also the gateway to the magnificent natural attractions of the whole region extending from the northernmost point of Queensland out to Gulf Savannah in the west and down to Townsville another major city of North Queensland not to be missed. These two cities offer the pinnacle of dining and nightlife with a unique North Queensland flavor. Cairns has been called paradise by many because of its location, the beauty of the reef, and the spectacular scenery of the hinterland that surrounds this coastal city. In Cairns, you will discover an amazing array of cultures. Charming seafront walking paths and the new fantastic Esplanade redevelopment project add such character to this charming city. Restaurants, cafes, cosmopolitan shopping, and activities are everyday events in this bustling town. Only a short drive away you come to Cairns northern beaches which will delight anyone. This is the place to ride horses, sail, windsurf, or relax under a palm tree and watch the colors of the sky change as the sun sets. The beaches are made up of Machans, Holloways, Yorkeys Knob, Trinity, Palm Cove and Ellis Beaches. Each is a small separate township with its distinctive character. Together, the beachside towns provide much of Cairns's accommodation. From the beaches to the mountains, a day trip up to Atherton Tablelands will be spectacular where you can canoe on freshwater lakes, shop in craft stores, and view some of the majestic views across the mountains to the sea. The rainforests of the Wet Tropics have been described as a ‘living museum’ of flora and fauna and were placed on the World Heritage List in 1988. The Wet Tropics cover an area of almost 9000,000 hectares of rainforest and tropical vegetation. Previously unidentified species of birds, insects, and mammals have been discovered from within these rainforests delighting biologists and nature lovers alike. The local history, culture, and tropical lifestyle are to be truly envied and enjoyed when visiting North Queensland. There is a diverse mix of cultures and people that are proud to call this area home. The first inhabitants were the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders who fished and hunted the abundant wildlife of the region, then came the Dutch navigators and Captain James Cook, who claimed the land for Britain and instrumented the settlement of European communities. The tropical climate encourages an outdoor lifestyle with the famous Queensland barbeque influencing cuisine in the tropics. Exotic fruits and spectacular seafood are also a normal way of eating when visiting or living in the North.
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Darwin - Capital City of the Northern TerritoryWhere Asia meets the DreamtimeAn exciting, eclectic mixture of cultures place that is truly uniquely Australian while being home to more than 60 different nationalities, and people who come from all continents of the globe. A focus on festivals, food and fashion.A sporting centre, home to the Darwin Cup, the Arafura Games and more and more exciting national and international sporting events City - Set on a rocky peninsula reaching into one of the most beautiful natural harbours on the north Australian coast. Elevated above the cliffs, surrounded by water on three sides, a city fanned by soft cool breezes that contribute to its tropical charm. The tropical climate encourages outdoor living and locals and visitors alike take advantage of this lifestyle to stroll through Darwin's leafy streets, browsing through the art galleries and enjoying cafe life, discovering little hidden corners of the city. The contrasts are exquisite. A Chinese temple with its statues of the Immortals, the smoke from incense drifting slowly upward, lies only twenty metres behind busy Cavenagh St but exists in a different world, timeless and peaceful. Darwin - a city of contrasts and tempting tastes. Where shady parks suitable for quiet contemplation lie only metres from streets full of shoppers, the smells of food drift on the air from sizzling grills, flaming woks and bubbling saucepans. Darwin - take time to enjoy its wonderful trees that surprise our visitors, exotic flowering trees, frangipani, Pride of India and poincianas, the shady rain trees, banyan and tamarind trees delight the senses and leave images of a truly tropical city. Darwin - A city destroyed three times - first by the cyclone of 1893, then by the bombs of World War II, next by Cyclone Tracy. The spirit of survival is undiminished, Darwin has grown and developed to become the modern city of today, a monument to the tenacity and courage of its people.
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Komodo island, part of the Lesser Sunda chain of Indonesian islands, is the rugged habitat of the 3m-long Komodo dragon monitor lizard. Komodo National Park covers the entire region is home to more than 4,000 dragons, and is made up of rusty-red volcanic hills, savannah, and forests. Its surrounding waters of seagrass beds, mangrove shrubland, and coral reefs are famous for diving.
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Lombok is an Indonesian island east of Bali and west of Sumbawa, part of the Lesser Sunda Island chain. It's known for beaches and surfing spots, particularly at Kuta and Banko Banko (in south Lombok). The motor-vehicle-free Gili Islands (Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, and Gili Meno), off Lombok’s west coast, offer more beaches, reefs for diving and snorkeling, and a sea turtle hatchery.
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Benoa is the most important port and commercial port of Bali some 10 km away, the Denpasar. After the conquest of the island by the Dutch was the port (Labuhan Benoa) artificially created. Swimming is a wonderful fishing village of the neighboring Tanjung Benoa, which you can translate.
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Benoa is the most important port and commercial port of Bali some 10 km away, the Denpasar. After the conquest of the island by the Dutch was the port (Labuhan Benoa) artificially created. Swimming is a wonderful fishing village of the neighboring Tanjung Benoa, which you can translate.
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Though physically small, Singapore is an economic giant. It has been Southeast Asia's most modern city for over a century. The city blends Malay, Chinese, Arab, Indian, and English cultures and religions. Its unique ethnic tapestry affords visitors a wide array of sightseeing and culinary opportunities from which to choose. A full calendar of traditional festivals and holidays celebrated throughout the year adds to its cultural appeal. In addition, Singapore offers luxury hotels, delectable cuisine,e, and great shopping! Located at the tip of the Malay Peninsula, Singapore's tropical climate welcomes both leisure and business travelers year-round. The island republic's excellent infrastructure enables visitors to enjoy its many sites and attractions in a safe, clean, and green environment. Award-winning Changi Airport provides air links to major cities around the world. The train and subway systems are clean, fast,t and efficient. In addition, its state-of-the-art cruise terminal has established Singapore as one of the premier cruising centers in Southeast Asia and an exciting port of call on any Asian cruise itinerary. In the city, there is no need for a car. Public transportation is excellent and walking is a good way to explore the city. All major attractions are also accessible by tour bus. Since the city is only 60 miles (100k) from the equator, the tropical temperatures do not vary much. Rainfall is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. No matter when you choose to visit, warm weather will be abundantly available. The visitor is struck immediately by Singapore's abundance of parks, nature reserves, and lush, tropical greenery. Singapore's progress over the past three decades has been remarkable, yet the island has not been overwhelmed by development. Visitors will discover a wealth of historical treasures from the past, in the beauty of older buildings, values, and traditions that have survived in the face of profound social and geographical change. Lacking any noteworthy natural resources, Singapore's early prosperity was based on a vigorous free trade policy, put in place in 1819 when Sir Stamford Raffles first established it as a British trading post. Later, mass industrialization bolstered the economy, and today the state boasts the world's second busiest port after Rotterdam, minimal unemployment, and a super-efficient infrastructure. Almost the entire population lives in upscale new apartments, and the average per capita income is over US$12,000. Singapore is a clean, safe place to visit, its amenities are second to none and its public places are smoke-free and hygienic. Forming the core of downtown Singapore is the Colonial District. Each surrounding enclave has its distinct flavor, from the aromatic spice stores of Little India to the tumbledown backstreets of Chinatown, where it is still possible to find calligraphers and fortune tellers, or the Arab Quarter, whose cluttered stores sell fine cloths and silks. North of the city, are two nature preserves, Bukit Timah and the Central Catchment Area, along with the splendid Singapore Zoological Gardens. The East Coast features good seafood restaurants set on long stretches of sandy beach. In addition, there are over fifty islands and islets within Singaporean waters, all of which can be reached with varying degrees of ease. Day trips are popular to Sentosa, the island amusement arcade which is linked to the south coast by a short causeway and cable car. Music, theater, and nightlife: all are abundant in this remarkable city. Singapore used to be considered a "stopover" on the way to larger Asian cities. This is no longer true! Visitors seek out Singapore for business and finance and also for a fascinating and satisfying vacation for the whole family. Strategically located at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula sixty miles from the equator, Singapore has for centuries been a crossroads between East and West. Chinese traders en route to India had navigated its waters from at least the 5th century. In the 14th century, it was part of the powerful Vijayan Empire and was known as Temasek or Sea Town. Legend has it that it was renamed Singa Pura or Lion City after a visiting Sumatran prince saw an animal he mistook for a lion, an animal considered a good omen. Modern Singapore came into being in 1819 when Sir Stamford Raffles claimed what was then a small fishing village as a regional base for the East India Company. The island's natural harbor and location made it an ideal site for a trading post serving British trade interests between China, the Malay world, and India. Singapore flourished as its free trade policy attracted merchants and residents from all over the world. Raffles initiated a town plan which included leveling one hill to form a new commercial district (now Raffles Place) and constructing government buildings around another hill (now called Fort Canning Hill). The British plan also involved separating the population according to ethnic categories with Europeans, Indians, Chinese,e, and Malays each living and working in the distinct quarters of the city. Revenues soared in the ensuing years from the production of opium and rubber. Millionaires were made overnight. Immigration rose steadily. The island became Britain's strategic defense base in the Far East but fell to the Japanese in 1942. After the world war ended in 1945, Singapore became a crown colony. It gained self-governing status in 1959 and independence in 1965 when it became part of the new state of Malaysia which united Malaya with Singapore, Sabah, and Sarawak. The alliance did not last. Singapore was used to being on its own, and within two years the island set up its stable government and became known as the Republic of Singapore. Under Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew's leadership, Singapore continued to strengthen its infrastructure and its industrial base. Housing and urban renovation kept pace with population growth. The areas of health and education are strong. Singapore's leaders have also brought order and progress through strict regulation of social behavior. Smoking in public was banned, as was gum chewing. High economic growth rates have supported political stability. Singapore is the world's second busiest seaport and has an airport served by over 50 major airlines. It has state-of-the-art communication and mass transit systems. It is Asia's premier center for finance and business and the world's third-largest oil refining center. Over 7 million visit the tiny island every year.
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Though physically small, Singapore is an economic giant. It has been Southeast Asia's most modern city for over a century. The city blends Malay, Chinese, Arab, Indian, and English cultures and religions. Its unique ethnic tapestry affords visitors a wide array of sightseeing and culinary opportunities from which to choose. A full calendar of traditional festivals and holidays celebrated throughout the year adds to its cultural appeal. In addition, Singapore offers luxury hotels, delectable cuisine,e, and great shopping! Located at the tip of the Malay Peninsula, Singapore's tropical climate welcomes both leisure and business travelers year-round. The island republic's excellent infrastructure enables visitors to enjoy its many sites and attractions in a safe, clean, and green environment. Award-winning Changi Airport provides air links to major cities around the world. The train and subway systems are clean, fast,t and efficient. In addition, its state-of-the-art cruise terminal has established Singapore as one of the premier cruising centers in Southeast Asia and an exciting port of call on any Asian cruise itinerary. In the city, there is no need for a car. Public transportation is excellent and walking is a good way to explore the city. All major attractions are also accessible by tour bus. Since the city is only 60 miles (100k) from the equator, the tropical temperatures do not vary much. Rainfall is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. No matter when you choose to visit, warm weather will be abundantly available. The visitor is struck immediately by Singapore's abundance of parks, nature reserves, and lush, tropical greenery. Singapore's progress over the past three decades has been remarkable, yet the island has not been overwhelmed by development. Visitors will discover a wealth of historical treasures from the past, in the beauty of older buildings, values, and traditions that have survived in the face of profound social and geographical change. Lacking any noteworthy natural resources, Singapore's early prosperity was based on a vigorous free trade policy, put in place in 1819 when Sir Stamford Raffles first established it as a British trading post. Later, mass industrialization bolstered the economy, and today the state boasts the world's second busiest port after Rotterdam, minimal unemployment, and a super-efficient infrastructure. Almost the entire population lives in upscale new apartments, and the average per capita income is over US$12,000. Singapore is a clean, safe place to visit, its amenities are second to none and its public places are smoke-free and hygienic. Forming the core of downtown Singapore is the Colonial District. Each surrounding enclave has its distinct flavor, from the aromatic spice stores of Little India to the tumbledown backstreets of Chinatown, where it is still possible to find calligraphers and fortune tellers, or the Arab Quarter, whose cluttered stores sell fine cloths and silks. North of the city, are two nature preserves, Bukit Timah and the Central Catchment Area, along with the splendid Singapore Zoological Gardens. The East Coast features good seafood restaurants set on long stretches of sandy beach. In addition, there are over fifty islands and islets within Singaporean waters, all of which can be reached with varying degrees of ease. Day trips are popular to Sentosa, the island amusement arcade which is linked to the south coast by a short causeway and cable car. Music, theater, and nightlife: all are abundant in this remarkable city. Singapore used to be considered a "stopover" on the way to larger Asian cities. This is no longer true! Visitors seek out Singapore for business and finance and also for a fascinating and satisfying vacation for the whole family. Strategically located at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula sixty miles from the equator, Singapore has for centuries been a crossroads between East and West. Chinese traders en route to India had navigated its waters from at least the 5th century. In the 14th century, it was part of the powerful Vijayan Empire and was known as Temasek or Sea Town. Legend has it that it was renamed Singa Pura or Lion City after a visiting Sumatran prince saw an animal he mistook for a lion, an animal considered a good omen. Modern Singapore came into being in 1819 when Sir Stamford Raffles claimed what was then a small fishing village as a regional base for the East India Company. The island's natural harbor and location made it an ideal site for a trading post serving British trade interests between China, the Malay world, and India. Singapore flourished as its free trade policy attracted merchants and residents from all over the world. Raffles initiated a town plan which included leveling one hill to form a new commercial district (now Raffles Place) and constructing government buildings around another hill (now called Fort Canning Hill). The British plan also involved separating the population according to ethnic categories with Europeans, Indians, Chinese,e, and Malays each living and working in the distinct quarters of the city. Revenues soared in the ensuing years from the production of opium and rubber. Millionaires were made overnight. Immigration rose steadily. The island became Britain's strategic defense base in the Far East but fell to the Japanese in 1942. After the world war ended in 1945, Singapore became a crown colony. It gained self-governing status in 1959 and independence in 1965 when it became part of the new state of Malaysia which united Malaya with Singapore, Sabah, and Sarawak. The alliance did not last. Singapore was used to being on its own, and within two years the island set up its stable government and became known as the Republic of Singapore. Under Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew's leadership, Singapore continued to strengthen its infrastructure and its industrial base. Housing and urban renovation kept pace with population growth. The areas of health and education are strong. Singapore's leaders have also brought order and progress through strict regulation of social behavior. Smoking in public was banned, as was gum chewing. High economic growth rates have supported political stability. Singapore is the world's second busiest seaport and has an airport served by over 50 major airlines. It has state-of-the-art communication and mass transit systems. It is Asia's premier center for finance and business and the world's third-largest oil refining center. Over 7 million visit the tiny island every year.
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Port Klang is a town and the main gateway by sea into Malaysia. Known during colonial times as Port Swettenham but renamed Port Klang in July 1972, it is the largest port in the country.
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Penang is a Malaysian island off the Malay Peninsula in the Strait of Malacca. In George Town, the capital of Penang state, foreign influences are evident in landmarks like colonial Fort Cornwallis, the Chinese clan temple Khoo Kongsi, and the Indian-style Kapitan Keling Mosque. Other notable religious sites include the Chinese Goddess of Mercy Temple, the Buddhist Kek Lok Si Temple, and the Hindu Sri Mahamariamman Temple.
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Langkawi Island, or as the local language says Pulau Langkawi, is blessed with many natural features: stunning waterfalls, tropical jungles and pristine white sandy beaches to name just a few. The island has some nature highlights, which include the summits of Gunung Raya and Gunung Machinchang, the Field of Echoes, the Lake of the Pregnant Maiden and several waterfalls, the Seven Wells Waterfall being the most famous. Lang-Kawi Island lies at the northern tip of Peninsular Malaysia, about 30 kilometres from the nearest mainland town. The island is steeped in legend and mystery and most of the attractions are the physical reminders of these legends, like Mahsuri’s Tomb in the centre of the island and the Field of Burnt Rice. Another unique place in Langkawi is the Cave of Legends, located on the Cape of the Casuarinas, where verses of the Koran are inscribed on the walls. Other points of interest include the Langkawi Crocodile Farm, Air Hangat Village, which provides an insight into traditional Malay culture and Kampung Tanamas, a local handicraft village. The main town in Langkawi is Kuah, where visitors will find the most important facilities, like money-changers, shopping centres, car hire, the post office and tourist information.
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Phuket, a rainforested, mountainous island in the Andaman Sea, has some of Thailand’s most popular beaches, mostly situated along the clear waters of the western shore. The island is home to many high-end seaside resorts, spas, and restaurants. Phuket City, the capital, has old shophouses and busy markets. Patong, the main resort town, has many nightclubs, bars and discos.
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Phuket, a rainforested, mountainous island in the Andaman Sea, has some of Thailand’s most popular beaches, mostly situated along the clear waters of the western shore. The island is home to many high-end seaside resorts, spas, and restaurants. Phuket City, the capital, has old shophouses and busy markets. Patong, the main resort town, has many nightclubs, bars and discos.
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Hambantota is the main city in Hambantota District, Southern Province, Sri Lanka. This underdeveloped area was hit hard by the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami and is undergoing several major development projects including the construction of a new seaport and international airport finished in 2013.
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Malé is the capital and most populous city in the Republic of Maldives. It is located at the southern edge of North Malé Atoll (Kaafu Atoll). It is also one of the Administrative divisions of the Maldives. Traditionally it was the King's Island, from where the ancient Maldive Royal dynasties ruled and where the palace was located. The city was also called Mahal. Formerly it was a walled city surrounded by fortifications and gates (doroshi). The Royal Palace (Gan'duvaru) was destroyed along with the picturesque forts (kotte) and bastions (bureau) when the city was remodeled under President Ibrahim Nasir's rule after the abolition of the monarchy. In recent years, the island has been considerably expanded through landfilling operations.
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Welcome to the city of merry-making Mumbai formerly known as Bombay. The capital of Maharashtra lies on the wonderful west coast of India. The city was named after the local deity, Mumba Devi. The temple dedicated to the goddess still exists. Mumbai was till recent days known as Bombay owing to the Portuguese rulers believed the name of the city to be “Bom Baim” or the Good Bay. The city boasts of a natural harbor that was developed under the imperial rule. Mumbai is home to people of diverse castes, creeds, colors, and cultures is an amalgamation of seven islands namely, Colaba, Mahim, Mazgaon, Parel, Worli, Girgau,n and Dongri. The group of seven islands was amalgamated way back in the year 1862. Furth, er the reclamation of land from the sea has brought areas like the Churchgate and Nariman Point into existence. Mumbai has been the Wall Street for all the businessmen in India. The film capital with its hip and hop has been the Hollywood to all the Indian stargazers. The port city of Mumbai handles a major chunk of the maritime trade in India. Right from the Victoria Terminus to the Juhu be,ach the city is full of treasures. People from various places come to the city of dreams. The inborn desire to become an actor or simply be successful in life draws people to the magnetic Mumbai. The biggest of industries and the largest of slums are all foin und Mumbai. Visit Mumbai making waves with its business tycoons and cool trends in the fashion industry. The city is not only home to the world’s largest film industry but also has architectural landmarks both Victorian as well as Indian heritage. Om your holiday in Mumbai you must unravel the treasures of the beaches, hills, and caves. The bustling bazaars Kalbadevi and Bhuleshwar, north of Crawford Market are highlighted by the Mangaldas Market, Zaveri Bazaar, and Chor Bazaar. The lives and styles of the people are extremes. The Bhelpuri on the Chowpatty is enjoyed as much as the pizza at any of the fast food restaurants. The balloon sellers, pigeon feeds, buggy ride,s and snacks take up the eveninginat Mumbai. You name it and Mumbai has it for you From Parsi dhansaak to Gujarati thalis, and Muslim kebabs to Goan vindaloos, Mumbai caters to individual needs of all kinds. Ask for Indian, Chinese, Italian, or Mexican the chefs at Mumbai will delight you with all. From the roadside stalls to the5-starr hotels, the food and facilities can be opted for as per the requirements and the budget of the traveler. On the regular days sip the any of the many pubs and shake a leg at the various discotheques. Mumbai celebrates the year through ear-splitting processions and immersion of the idol of the elephant-headed God at Ganesh Chaturthi to the dandiya during the Navratri days. Let the breeze from the Arabian Sea sweep you.
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Welcome to the city of merry-making Mumbai formerly known as Bombay. The capital of Maharashtra lies on the wonderful west coast of India. The city was named after the local deity, Mumba Devi. The temple dedicated to the goddess still exists. Mumbai was till recent days known as Bombay owing to the Portuguese rulers believed the name of the city to be “Bom Baim” or the Good Bay. The city boasts of a natural harbor that was developed under the imperial rule. Mumbai is home to people of diverse castes, creeds, colors, and cultures is an amalgamation of seven islands namely, Colaba, Mahim, Mazgaon, Parel, Worli, Girgau,n and Dongri. The group of seven islands was amalgamated way back in the year 1862. Furth, er the reclamation of land from the sea has brought areas like the Churchgate and Nariman Point into existence. Mumbai has been the Wall Street for all the businessmen in India. The film capital with its hip and hop has been the Hollywood to all the Indian stargazers. The port city of Mumbai handles a major chunk of the maritime trade in India. Right from the Victoria Terminus to the Juhu be,ach the city is full of treasures. People from various places come to the city of dreams. The inborn desire to become an actor or simply be successful in life draws people to the magnetic Mumbai. The biggest of industries and the largest of slums are all foin und Mumbai. Visit Mumbai making waves with its business tycoons and cool trends in the fashion industry. The city is not only home to the world’s largest film industry but also has architectural landmarks both Victorian as well as Indian heritage. Om your holiday in Mumbai you must unravel the treasures of the beaches, hills, and caves. The bustling bazaars Kalbadevi and Bhuleshwar, north of Crawford Market are highlighted by the Mangaldas Market, Zaveri Bazaar, and Chor Bazaar. The lives and styles of the people are extremes. The Bhelpuri on the Chowpatty is enjoyed as much as the pizza at any of the fast food restaurants. The balloon sellers, pigeon feeds, buggy ride,s and snacks take up the eveninginat Mumbai. You name it and Mumbai has it for you From Parsi dhansaak to Gujarati thalis, and Muslim kebabs to Goan vindaloos, Mumbai caters to individual needs of all kinds. Ask for Indian, Chinese, Italian, or Mexican the chefs at Mumbai will delight you with all. From the roadside stalls to the5-starr hotels, the food and facilities can be opted for as per the requirements and the budget of the traveler. On the regular days sip the any of the many pubs and shake a leg at the various discotheques. Mumbai celebrates the year through ear-splitting processions and immersion of the idol of the elephant-headed God at Ganesh Chaturthi to the dandiya during the Navratri days. Let the breeze from the Arabian Sea sweep you.
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Dubai is located on the Eastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula, in the southwest corner of the Arabian Gulf. It is extremely well known for its warm hospitality and rich cultural heritage, and the Emirati people are welcoming and generous in their approach to visitors. With year-round sunshine, intriguing deserts, beautiful beaches, luxurious hotels and shopping malls, fascinating heritage attractions, and a thriving business community, Dubai receives millions of leisure and business visitors each year from around the world. The local currency is the dirham, which is pegged at AED 3.67 to 1 US dollar. Dubai is tolerant and cosmopolitan and all visitors are welcome. However, Islam is a way of life in the city, and therefore tourists should adopt a certain level of cultural and religious sensitivity for the duration of their stay.
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Dubai is located on the Eastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula, in the southwest corner of the Arabian Gulf. It is extremely well known for its warm hospitality and rich cultural heritage, and the Emirati people are welcoming and generous in their approach to visitors. With year-round sunshine, intriguing deserts, beautiful beaches, luxurious hotels and shopping malls, fascinating heritage attractions, and a thriving business community, Dubai receives millions of leisure and business visitors each year from around the world. The local currency is the dirham, which is pegged at AED 3.67 to 1 US dollar. Dubai is tolerant and cosmopolitan and all visitors are welcome. However, Islam is a way of life in the city, and therefore tourists should adopt a certain level of cultural and religious sensitivity for the duration of their stay.
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Salalah is the capital and largest city of the southern Omani governorate of Dhofar. Its population in 2009 was about 197,169.Salalah is the second-largest city in the Sultanate of Oman, and the largest city in the Dhofar Province. Salalah is the birthplace of the current sultan, Qaboos bin Said. Salalah attracts many people from other parts of Oman and the Persian Gulf region during the monsoon/khareef season, which spans from July to September. The climate of the region and the monsoon allows the city to grow some vegetables and fruits like coconut and bananas. There are many gardens within the city where these vegetables and fruits grow.
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If you seek the visually spectacular, Jeddah will never disappoint you. And there is probably nowhere more spectacular than Jeddah's floodlit Corniche in the evening, where over 400 open-air sculptures provide a feast for the eye. Their diversity is extraordinary, from the solid curves of Henry Moore to the poetic beauty of Mustafa Sunbal's seagulls in flight. Some may cause aesthetic ambivalence -- the cars embedded in a vast concrete block for instance. They are a good talking point, nonetheless, and in Jeddah, everyone has his favorite sculpture. Spectacular, too, is the gigantic fountain, situated opposite Al-Salam Palace, just across the water. It is said to be the world's highest fountain, exceeding even Geneva's famous jet d'eau by several meters When floodlit by night, the fountain is visible for miles around. After the Mahgreb (sunset) prayer, the Corniche springs into life, with Saudi families dining al fresco. Picnicking is a favorite local hobby and is regarded as an ideal opportunity to get together for a family chat and a substantial supper. Vendors with handcarts roam the beach, selling candy floss, fizzy drinks, and spicy chickpeas. Giant funfairsblossomse along the northern sections of the Corniche. Built-in two sections strictly segregated by gender, these contain all the traditional rides and thrills, as well as a good selection of gastronomic fairground essentials. For those whose dining requirements are more sedate, Jeddah offers a wonderfully diverse series of treats for the tastebuds. Whether your taste is for Middle Eastern, ethnic, or international food, your expectations are more than met by the city's many excellent restaurants. The larger hotels offer well-priced, international menus of an extremely high standard. Worldwide cuisine is often 'themed' in hotel restaurants, so you can enjoy American, French, Mexican, Italian, seafood,d or whatever else takes your fancy on different nights of the week. For those on a tight budget, Middle Eastern takeaway restaurants abound, and many Jeddah residents maintain that it is these that serve the most delicious, reasonably-priced experience for your palate. Here you can buy the traditional shawarma -- thinly sliced lamb or chicken rolled with pickles, salad, and french fries into a delicious Arabic sandwich. Falafels are another great favorite -- these are deep-fried balls of ground chickpeas, flavored with garlic and herbs, and cost just a few riyals for a large bag full. The ubiquitous fast-food chains also have several branches in Jeddah. In these, as in all other restaurants, there are always two separate sections; one for 'families' and one for 'bachelors'. Those whose party includes only men should eat in the bachelor section (sometimes known as 'singles'), which is usually situated in the front of the restaurant overlooking the street. The family section, however, is discreetly tucked away and usually has screened windows. Jeddah's early traditions as a trading center continue unabated in today's cosmopolitan city, and it is possible to buy almost anything in its souqs and shopping malls. Stick to the latter if you prefer to shop undercover in air-conditioned comfort, but for the more adventurous, the souqs have a great deal of charm and are still the main source of a good bargain. Haggling is essential to all Middle Eastern shopping, although prices are sometimes fixed in the larger department stores. By contrast,t hee industry still plays only a minor part in Jeddah's economy, although one industry that does seem to be thriving is tourism. Increased mobility, as a result of lower domestic airfare and better-connecting highways, means that many Saudi nationals are now able to enjoy the delights of Jeddah as a holiday resort. Attracted by the Red Sea, the excellent restaurants and shops, and the cosmopolitan flavor of the city, Saudis are now taking several short holidays a year, and Jeddah is an increasingly popular destination. Hotels report an increased demand for accommodation, and builders are finding that the demand for new residences is on the increase, as many wealthy families from Riyadh and other cities in the Kingdom are building holiday homes in Jeddah. Jeddah's glitter continues undimmed, and no one who has visited the city will be able to forget its unique atmosphere.
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Safaga is a working port with several tourist villages specializing in diving holidays, a handful of hotels, and some excellent fish restaurants. It is free of pollution and its highly saline water and black dunes have distinguished curative properties. The unspoiled beaches and stiff breezes make it an ideal venue for windsurfing. Day trips to Tobia Island or Mons Claudianus in the Red Sea Mountains can be arranged with local guides.
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Safaga is a working port with several tourist villages specializing in diving holidays, a handful of hotels, and some excellent fish restaurants. It is free of pollution and its highly saline water and black dunes have distinguished curative properties. The unspoiled beaches and stiff breezes make it an ideal venue for windsurfing. Day trips to Tobia Island or Mons Claudianus in the Red Sea Mountains can be arranged with local guides.
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Aqaba is a Jordanian port city on the Red Sea's Gulf of Aqaba. Inhabited since 4000 B.C., it's home to the Islamic-era Aqaba Fort and the adjacent Aqaba Archaeological Museum. Its beach resorts are popular for windsurfing and other water sports, and the area is a top destination for scuba divers, with notable dive sites including the Yamanieh coral reef in the Aqaba Marine Park, south of the city.
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Aqaba is a Jordanian port city on the Red Sea's Gulf of Aqaba. Inhabited since 4000 B.C., it's home to the Islamic-era Aqaba Fort and the adjacent Aqaba Archaeological Museum. Its beach resorts are popular for windsurfing and other water sports, and the area is a top destination for scuba divers, with notable dive sites including the Yamanieh coral reef in the Aqaba Marine Park, south of the city.
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Haifa, Israel's third-largest city and northern capital is the heart of it all! Situated in a broad natural bay between the beautiful Mediterranean Sea and the inspiring Carmel Mountain, the city's terraced landscape offers a rich variety of breathtaking panoramas, giving the observer the sensation of being on a heavenly peninsula. To the Northeast, across the sparkling waters of the harbor sits the medieval walled fortress city of Acre. Directly north, if the weather is good, can be seen the heights of Rosh Hanikra, the white cliff, and the checkpoint on the Israel-Lebanon border. Further East towers the snow-capped peak of Mount Hermon. Haifa is home to 250,000 inhabitants, members of five different religions, living in harmony, peace, and mutual respect. A rich tapestry of contrasts and colors, varying cultures, and ethnic groups make up the fabric of life in Haifa. Secular, Religious, and ultra-Orthodox Jews live side by side with Christians, Moslems, Bahai, and Druze. Wadi Nisnas, with its colorful shouk and bustling streets, is an authentic Middle Eastern neighborhood. Nearby, the Orthodox Geula Street, recalls the sights and sounds of an East European community. Close at hand, reside the carefully manicured Persian gardens and the glittering gold dome of the Bahai Shrine, the World Center of the Bahai faith.
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Haifa, Israel's third-largest city and northern capital is the heart of it all! Situated in a broad natural bay between the beautiful Mediterranean Sea and the inspiring Carmel Mountain, the city's terraced landscape offers a rich variety of breathtaking panoramas, giving the observer the sensation of being on a heavenly peninsula. To the Northeast, across the sparkling waters of the harbor sits the medieval walled fortress city of Acre. Directly north, if the weather is good, can be seen the heights of Rosh Hanikra, the white cliff, and the checkpoint on the Israel-Lebanon border. Further East towers the snow-capped peak of Mount Hermon. Haifa is home to 250,000 inhabitants, members of five different religions, living in harmony, peace, and mutual respect. A rich tapestry of contrasts and colors, varying cultures, and ethnic groups make up the fabric of life in Haifa. Secular, Religious, and ultra-Orthodox Jews live side by side with Christians, Moslems, Bahai, and Druze. Wadi Nisnas, with its colorful shouk and bustling streets, is an authentic Middle Eastern neighborhood. Nearby, the Orthodox Geula Street, recalls the sights and sounds of an East European community. Close at hand, reside the carefully manicured Persian gardens and the glittering gold dome of the Bahai Shrine, the World Center of the Bahai faith.
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Today Piraeus is the home base of Greek shipping, the largest commercial fleet in the world, apace bound to the sea like few others. The harbors of Zea and Mikrolimano as well as Phaliro play host to countless yachts and sailing craft throughout the year. Piraeus was known in medieval times as Porto Leone, a name due to the enormous stone lion, which guarded the port's entrance. Today, the life of Piraeus is centered on its three ports: the main, central one, and those of Zea and Mikrolimano. You can walk around the central harbor, shared by cargo and passenger ships alike, and watch the constant comings and goings of goods and people from around the world. Having completed your tour of the central harbor of Piraeus you will then head south traversing the peninsula and arriving at Peiraiki, one of the most picturesque neighborhoods in the city. Here one finds the harbor of Zea, one of the largest marinas in the Mediterranean. If the night finds you in the area, you can try one of the many bars found nearby. You can continue your tour along the waterfront heading towards Kastella but a small deviation toward the city center will be useful for then you can visit the verdant square of the municipal Theatre with cafeterias and shops of all kinds surrounding it. The magnificent building housing the Municipal Theatre as well as the Town Hall and the Library complete the picture presented by the main square in the city. Piraeus's little natural harbors are among its busiest and most touristy areas: Mikrolimano, Passalimani, Zea, Freatida, and Hatzikiriakio. Countless seaside tavernas provide delicious seafood washed down with the uniquely Greek drink, ouzo. The fresh smell of the sea and the sounds made by the assortment of caiques, yachts, and sailing ships, which are moored next to the tables, complete the enjoyment of the food Beyond the port, the most impressive spots are the hills of Profitis Ilias and Kastela with their neoclassical mansions and modern buildings which look as they are hanging over the sea.
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Sorrento is a coastal town in southwestern Italy, facing the Bay of Naples on the Sorrentine Peninsula. Perched atop cliffs that separate the town from its busy marinas, it’s known for sweeping water views and Piazza Tasso, a cafe-lined square. The historic center is a warren of narrow alleys that's home to the Chiesa di San Francesco, a 14th-century church with a tranquil cloister.
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Located about 80 kilometers northwest of Rome, the Port of Civitavecchia is the port of Rome and a busy ferry and cargo port serving Italy and southern Europe. Lying on Italy’s eastern shores on the Tyrrhenian Sea, the Port of Civitavecchia has excellent direct connections to Rome. It is an important cruise and ferry port with regular passage to Sardinia, Malta, Sicily, Tunis, and Barcelona. Fishing is of secondary importance to the Port of Civitavecchia. In addition to ocean-going traffic, the Port of Civitavecchia also contains a thermoelectric center and metallurgical works. In 2006, over 51 thousand people called the Port of Civitavecchia home. The Port of Civitavecchia was built on an earlier Etruscan settlement. Emperor Trajan founded the Port of Civitavecchia in the early 2nd Century, calling it Centumcellae. Today, Trajan’s Port is preserved within today’s Port of Civitavecchia. A busy growing town during the late Roman era, the Port of Civitavecchia was attacked by Vandals and then destroyed by the Saracens in 828 AD. Residents escaped to the nearby Allumiere Mountains where Pope Leo IV built a walled town in 854. Eventually, the people returned to Civitavecchia (the name means “old city”). At the end of the 15th Century, the Port of Civitavecchia was under frequent attack by pirates. The naval arsenal was constructed in 1508. Pope Paul III commissioned the building of the keep, which was designed by Donato Bramante and then finished by Michelangelo in 1537, to protect the Port of Civitavecchia from pirate attacks. In 1696, Civitavecchia became a free port under Pope Innocent XII. Because it was Rome’s main port, the French occupied the Port of Civitavecchia in 1849. The Port of Civitavecchia was linked to Rome by the Rome and Civitavecchia Rail Road in 1859. When the Port of Civitavecchia became part of the Kingdom of Italy in 1870, it was one of the Papal State’s most strongly fortified towns when Papal troops welcomed General Nino Bixio on behalf of the Italian unification forces into the Port of Civitavecchia fortress. World War II brought destruction to as much as three-quarters of the Port of Civitavecchia. Reconstruction enlarged the Port of Civitavecchia beyond its pre-war area. The Authority Portuale Civitavecchia (Port of Rome) is responsible for managing and operating the Port of Civitavecchia as well as the ports of Fiumicino and Gaeta. The modern Port of Civitavecchia is at the center of rail, road, and air networks that link it with central Italy and the world. The Port of Civitavecchia can handle about 11 million tons of cargo per year and over 1.5 million passengers. Cargoes include forest products, cereals, iron and steel, chemicals, automobiles, containers, and liquid bulk. In 2007, the Port of Civitavecchia welcomed 856 cruise vessels carrying 1.6 million passengers, and the total number of passengers using ferries and cruise vessels was 3.8 million. In 2007, the Port of Civitavecchia handled a total of 7.7 million tons of cargo. This total included 1.5 million tons of liquid bulk, 1.7 million tons of solid bulk, 4.6 million tons of packages, and 31.1 thousand TEUs of containerized cargo. The Port of Civitavecchia contains 28 berths of a total of 5.6 thousand meters in length alongside depths from 6 to 18 meters. Port properties include five warehouses containing 36 thousand square meters for handling and storing cargo. The intermodal terminal includes seven thousand square meters of storage space and 12.5 thousand square meters for loading/unloading rail cars and parking. The Port of Civitavecchia is one of the busiest ferry ports in the world. Just 80 kilometers northwest of Rome, it is the main tourist destination for people traveling to the Eternal City. It is also a central port for ferries carrying passengers to more local destinations. The ferry terminal offers a complete line of amenities. Different ferry companies offer services to various destinations. Moby Lines handles crossings to Olbia, Sardinia. Corsica Sardinia Ferries runs services to Golfo Aranci. Grimaldi Ferries carries passengers to Barcelona and Tunis, and Grand Navi Veloci operates a route to Tunis. Ferrovie dello Stato operates a combined rail-ferry service to Golfo Aranci.
Onboard the Seven Seas Mariner
Seven Seas Mariner
Year Built: 2001
Year Refurbished: 2018
Double Occupancy Capacity: 700
The world’s first all-suite, all-balcony ship, Seven Seas Mariner® features four gourmet restaurants with open seating. Hallmarks include generous amenities and a welcome spaciousness throughout the ship. Catering to only 700 pampered guests, her staff-to-guest ratio of 1 to 1.6 ensures the absolutely highest level of personal service.
Activities & Services (included in cruise)

Pool
- Bars/Lounges
- Business Center
- Card Room
- Casino
- Concierge Desk
- Disco/Nightclub
- Dry Cleaning/Laundry Service
- Duty-Free Shops/Boutiques
- Educational Programs
- Elevators
- Fitness Center
- Library
- Movies
- Organized Age-Specific Activities
- Pool - Outdoor
- Sauna/Steam Room
- Sports Facilities
- Teen Programs
- Whirlpool/Jacuzzi
- Wi-Fi
Activities & Services (available for an extra fee)

Full-Service Spa
- Babysitting
- Beauty Salon
- Full-Service Spa
- Infirmary/Medical Center

Compass Rose
Specialty Dining
Chartreuse: Featuring a classic French menu with a modern twist, Chartreuse evokes memories of a chic Parisian fine dining restaurant discovered during an evening stroll. Wherever you are seated in this regal restaurant, you will be treated to a succulent dinner while enjoying incredible ocean views. The restaurant ambiance is complemented by a menu that features dishes expertly prepared using both classic and modern techniques for a multiple course celebration of French gastronomy.
Compass Rose: Much thought was given to the design of Compass Rose, the flagship restaurant of Regent Seven Seas fleet. The dining room is outfitted with rich woods contrasted by light marble stones and mother of pearl shimmering brightly with an elegant color theme of light shades of blue, white, gold and silver. Compass Rose delights with a beautifully defined atmosphere and transitions from refreshing natural light during the day to a romantic ice blue lighting theme at night. This is the perfect setting for you to enjoy your breakfast, lunch and dinner, where the menu features an exceptional variety of Continental cuisine.
Prime 7: A true classic in every sense, Prime 7 sets a new standard in steakhouse fare with its contemporary interpretation of an American favorite. Handsomely decorated with supple leather wing-back chairs, burnished woods and rich earth-toned fabrics, Prime 7 exudes a distinct, intimate elegance. All the traditional starters are here, including Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes, Classic Steak Tartare, and Clam Chowder. Of course, beef is the undisputed star, and it is all USDA Prime and Dry-Aged at least 28 days to ensure the ultimate tenderness, juiciness and flavor. Prime New York Strip, Porterhouse Steak and succulent Filet Mignon only touch upon the selections. Mouthwatering alternatives include Alaskan King Crab Legs and Dover Sole. Prime 7 is open for dinner only and reservations are required.
Sette Mari at La Veranda: Each evening, La Veranda transforms into Sette Mari at La Veranda, a casual, intimate dining experience. Enjoy an extensive menu of authentic antipasti and Italian specialties served á la carte and paired with fine Italian wines — complimentary of course. Delectable dishes are prepared á la minute by talented chefs using only the freshest gourmet ingredients and served by attentive waiters. Sette Mari at La Veranda is open for dinner only.
Casual Dining
Coffee Connection: Your informal destination to relax, meet fellow guests and enjoy coffee and snacks throughout the day. While snacking, international newspapers and news magazines are available for your perusal.
La Veranda: Serving breakfast and lunch, La Veranda is exceedingly popular any time of the day. Spacious and comfortably casual, La Veranda offers regional specialties that often reflect the cuisines of the countries called on. Dishes are presented in a buffet style that displays the diversity of the menu. La Veranda also features an authentic pizzeria and a shaded, open-air veranda for dining al fresco.
Pool Grill: The Pool Grill is open-air, yet abundantly shaded for comfortable dining. Enjoy grilled-to-order burgers, grilled seafood, sandwiches, and fresh salads. Treat yourself to milkshakes and malts or an old-fashioned hand-dipped ice cream dessert sprinkled with all your favorite toppings.
Room Service: Complimentary 24-hour dining in the comfort of your stateroom.
- All Restaurants and Food Services are Complimentary
- Complimentary 24-Hour Room Service
- Complimentary Beverages including Bottled Water and Soft Drinks
- Complimentary DVD Library
- Complimentary Enrichment Programs
- Complimentary In-Suite Bar Stocked with your Personal Preferences
- Complimentary Open Bar
- Complimentary Wine at Lunch and Dinner
- Fresh Flowers and Fruit Replenished Daily
- Onboard Gratuities
- Welcome Bottle of Champagne in your Suite
Features a European king-size bed, a sitting area, a marble bathroom, a walk-in closet and a balcony. Concierge Level is available.

Category: F
Every inch of this suite has been thoughtfully designed to maximize interior space and embrace the magnificent scenery outdoors. From the sitting area, admire the ocean views through the floor-to-ceiling windows, or better yet, take a seat outside on your private balcony to watch the world go by. Elegant finishes such as luxurious bedding and beautiful marble detailing in the bath further enhance your comfort.
Suite size: 23.4 m²
Balcony size: 4.6 m²
Amenities:- Unlimited Wi-Fi* Includes Two Logins, Two Devices, per Suite
- Valet Laundry Service
- Customizable In-Suite Mini Bar Replenished Daily with Your Preferences
- Welcome Bottle of Champagne and Fresh Fruit
- 24-hour in-suite dining
- Fresh Orchid Arrangement
- Regent Plush Bathrobe and Slippers
- Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
- Vanity and Hair Dryer
- Shoe Shine Service

Category: G
Every inch of this suite has been thoughtfully designed to maximize interior space and embrace the magnificent scenery outdoors. From the sitting area, admire the ocean views through the floor-to-ceiling windows, or better yet, take a seat outside on your private balcony to watch the world go by. Elegant finishes such as luxurious bedding and beautiful marble detailing in the bath further enhance your comfort.
Suite size: 23.4 m²
Balcony size: 4.6 m²
Amenities:- Unlimited Wi-Fi* Includes Two Logins, Two Devices, per Suite
- Valet Laundry Service
- Customizable In-Suite Mini Bar Replenished Daily with Your Preferences
- Welcome Bottle of Champagne and Fresh Fruit
- 24-hour in-suite dining
- Fresh Orchid Arrangement
- Regent Plush Bathrobe and Slippers
- Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
- Vanity and Hair Dryer
- Shoe Shine Service

Category: H
Every inch of this suite has been thoughtfully designed to maximize interior space and embrace the magnificent scenery outdoors. From the sitting area, admire the ocean views through the floor-to-ceiling windows, or better yet, take a seat outside on your private balcony to watch the world go by. Elegant finishes such as luxurious bedding and beautiful marble detailing in the bath further enhance your comfort.
Suite size: 23.4 m²
Balcony size: 4.6 m²
Amenities:- Unlimited Wi-Fi* Includes Two Logins, Two Devices, per Suite
- Valet Laundry Service
- Customizable In-Suite Mini Bar Replenished Daily with Your Preferences
- Welcome Bottle of Champagne and Fresh Fruit
- 24-hour in-suite dining
- Fresh Orchid Arrangement
- Regent Plush Bathrobe and Slippers
- Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
- Vanity and Hair Dryer
- Shoe Shine Service
Spacious suites feature an in-suite iPad, daily canapés and upgraded bathroom amenities.

Category: A
The luxurious suite has been carefully designed to maximize space and comfort. Relax on your private balcony and indulge in your lavish bath amenities as you recharge and ready yourself for new adventures in the next port of call. This suite also includes priority online reservations for shore excursions and dining, and you're encouraged to call on the services of a personal butler for special requests.
Suite size: 34.9 m²
Balcony size: 6.8 m²
Amenities:- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
- Ground Transfers
- Breakfast
- Porterage
- Unlimited Wi-Fi* Includes up to Four Logins, Four Devices, per Suite
- Valet Laundry Service
- Customizable In-Suite Mini Bar Replenished Daily with Your Preferences
- Welcome Bottle of Champagne and Fresh Fruit
- 24-hour in-suite dining
- Fresh Orchid Arrangement
- Regent Plush Bathrobe and Slippers
- Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
- Priority Access to Online Shore Excursion Reservations
- Priority Access to Online Dining Reservations
- Binoculars
- illy® Espresso Maker
- Cashmere Blankets
- Regent Special Gift
- Vanity and Hair Dryer
- Shoe Shine Service
- Additional Discounts:
- 10% Discount on Ultra Premium Wine and Liquor
- 5% Savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
- 5% Savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
- Personal Butler for an Elevated In-Suite Experience
- In-Suite Dining from Compass Rose
- Daily Canapés
- Luxurious Designer Bath Amenities & Men's Unscented Shaving Kit
- Bose® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
- Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
- Complimentary Garment Pressing on First Night
- Personalized Stationery upon request
- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:

Category: B
The luxurious suite has been carefully designed to maximize space and comfort. Relax on your private balcony and indulge in your lavish bath amenities as you recharge and ready yourself for new adventures in the next port of call. This suite also includes priority online reservations for shore excursions and dining, and you're encouraged to call on the services of a personal butler for special requests.
Suite size: 34.9 m²
Balcony size: 6.8 m²
Amenities:- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
- Ground Transfers
- Breakfast
- Porterage
- Unlimited Wi-Fi* Includes up to Four Logins, Four Devices, per Suite
- Valet Laundry Service
- Customizable In-Suite Mini Bar Replenished Daily with Your Preferences
- Welcome Bottle of Champagne and Fresh Fruit
- 24-hour in-suite dining
- Fresh Orchid Arrangement
- Regent Plush Bathrobe and Slippers
- Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
- Priority Access to Online Shore Excursion Reservations
- Priority Access to Online Dining Reservations
- Binoculars
- illy® Espresso Maker
- Cashmere Blankets
- Regent Special Gift
- Vanity and Hair Dryer
- Shoe Shine Service
- Additional Discounts:
- 10% Discount on Ultra Premium Wine and Liquor
- 5% Savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
- 5% Savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
- Personal Butler for an Elevated In-Suite Experience
- In-Suite Dining from Compass Rose
- Daily Canapés
- Luxurious Designer Bath Amenities & Men's Unscented Shaving Kit
- Bose® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
- Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
- Complimentary Garment Pressing on First Night
- Personalized Stationery upon request
- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:

Category: SG
You'll find Park Avenue chic onboard Seven Seas Mariner® in this spectacular suite. Elegant rosewood furniture, luxe fabrics and a crystal chandelier create sophisticated comfort, while a personal butler is available to fulfill whatever requests you may have. With two bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a large living room and two private balconies, this sublime suite is perfect for hosting new friends in luxury.
Suite size: 111.9 m²
Balcony size: 74.1 m²
Amenities:- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
- Ground Transfers
- Breakfast
- Porterage
- Unlimited Wi-Fi* and Streaming Package for up to Four Devices
- Valet Laundry Service
- 24-hour in-suite dining
- Fresh Orchid Arrangement
- Regent Plush Bathrobe and Slippers
- Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
- Priority Access to Online Shore Excursion Reservations
- Priority Access to Online Dining Reservations
- Binoculars
- illy® Espresso Maker
- Cashmere Blankets
- Regent Special Gift
- Vanity and Hair Dryer
- Shoe Shine Service
- Additional Discounts:
- 10% Discount on Ultra Premium Wine and Liquor
- 5% Savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
- 5% Savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
- Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice
- Welcome Letter from the President and General Manager
- Personal Butler for an Elevated In-Suite Experience
- In-Suite Dining Menu Including Specialty Restaurant Selections During Dining Hours
- Priority Boarding on Embarkation Day with Suite Access at Noon
- Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
- Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
- A Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service Once During Cruises
- Complimentary In-Suite Cocktail Party for 8
- Complimentary 25-Minute Personal Fitness Session at the Serene Spa & Wellness™ Fitness Center
- Onboard Press Reader App Access
- Daily Canapés
- Tea Forté Set-Up
- Luxe Fruit Arrangement with Chocolate Leonidas
- Luxurious Designer Bath Amenities & Men's Unscented Shaving Kit
- Hair dryer
- Bath Scale Setup
- Bose® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
- Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
- Complimentary Garment Pressing on First Night
- Personalized Stationery upon request
- Elegant Weather Clock
- Excursion Bag
- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:

Category: C
The luxurious suite has been carefully designed to maximize space and comfort. Relax on your private balcony and indulge in your lavish bath amenities as you recharge and ready yourself for new adventures in the next port of call. This suite also includes priority online reservations for shore excursions and dining, and you're encouraged to call on the services of a personal butler for special requests.
Suite size: 34.9 m²
Balcony size: 6.8 m²
Amenities:- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
- Ground Transfers
- Breakfast
- Porterage
- Unlimited Wi-Fi* Includes up to Four Logins, Four Devices, per Suite
- Valet Laundry Service
- Customizable In-Suite Mini Bar Replenished Daily with Your Preferences
- Welcome Bottle of Champagne and Fresh Fruit
- 24-hour in-suite dining
- Fresh Orchid Arrangement
- Regent Plush Bathrobe and Slippers
- Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
- Priority Access to Online Shore Excursion Reservations
- Priority Access to Online Dining Reservations
- Binoculars
- illy® Espresso Maker
- Cashmere Blankets
- Regent Special Gift
- Vanity and Hair Dryer
- Shoe Shine Service
- Additional Discounts:
- 10% Discount on Ultra Premium Wine and Liquor
- 5% Savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
- 5% Savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
- Personal Butler for an Elevated In-Suite Experience
- In-Suite Dining from Compass Rose
- Daily Canapés
- Luxurious Designer Bath Amenities & Men's Unscented Shaving Kit
- Bose® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
- Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
- Complimentary Garment Pressing on First Night
- Personalized Stationery upon request
- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:

Category: D
In this superbly designed suite, you enjoy the comfort of richly furnished accommodations as well as exclusive luxuries available only in suites at the Concierge level and higher. Your suite includes amenities such as an illy® espresso maker and cashmere blankets, perfect for use in the morning when you wish to sip coffee and enjoy an in-suite breakfast on your private balcony. Take advantage of 24-hour room service when the mood strikes.
Suite size: 23.4 m²
Balcony size: 4.6 m²
Amenities:- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
- Ground Transfers
- Breakfast
- Porterage
- Unlimited Wi-Fi* Includes up to Four Logins, Four Devices, per Suite
- Valet Laundry Service
- Customizable In-Suite Mini Bar Replenished Daily with Your Preferences
- Welcome Bottle of Champagne and Fresh Fruit
- 24-hour in-suite dining
- Fresh Orchid Arrangement
- Regent Plush Bathrobe and Slippers
- Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
- Priority Access to Online Shore Excursion Reservations
- Priority Access to Online Dining Reservations
- Binoculars
- illy® Espresso Maker
- Cashmere Blankets
- Regent Special Gift
- Vanity and Hair Dryer
- Shoe Shine Service
- Additional Discounts:
- 10% Discount on Ultra Premium Wine and Liquor
- 5% Savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
- 5% Savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:

Category: E
In this superbly designed suite, you enjoy the comfort of richly furnished accommodations as well as exclusive luxuries available only in suites at the Concierge level and higher. Your suite includes amenities such as an illy® espresso maker and cashmere blankets, perfect for use in the morning when you wish to sip coffee and enjoy an in-suite breakfast on your private balcony. Take advantage of 24-hour room service when the mood strikes.
Suite size: 23.4 m²
Balcony size: 4.6 m²
Amenities:- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
- Ground Transfers
- Breakfast
- Porterage
- Unlimited Wi-Fi* Includes up to Four Logins, Four Devices, per Suite
- Valet Laundry Service
- Customizable In-Suite Mini Bar Replenished Daily with Your Preferences
- Welcome Bottle of Champagne and Fresh Fruit
- 24-hour in-suite dining
- Fresh Orchid Arrangement
- Regent Plush Bathrobe and Slippers
- Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
- Priority Access to Online Shore Excursion Reservations
- Priority Access to Online Dining Reservations
- Binoculars
- illy® Espresso Maker
- Cashmere Blankets
- Regent Special Gift
- Vanity and Hair Dryer
- Shoe Shine Service
- Additional Discounts:
- 10% Discount on Ultra Premium Wine and Liquor
- 5% Savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
- 5% Savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:

Category: SS
This suite welcomes you with soothing colors, pleasing artwork, and comfortable furnishings. Relax in the sitting area after an exciting day ashore and enjoy the selection of fresh canapés delivered by your personal butler. Then retreat to your private balcony to watch the ever-changing vistas and ponder your next destination. Up to one-and-a-half baths feature fine marble accents and a tub or walk-in shower.
Suite size: 47.0-52.1 m²
Balcony size: 9.0-26.6 m²
Amenities:- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
- Ground Transfers
- Breakfast
- Porterage
- Unlimited Wi-Fi* Includes up to Four Logins, Four Devices, per Suite
- Valet Laundry Service
- Customizable In-Suite Mini Bar Replenished Daily with Your Preferences
- 24-hour in-suite dining
- Fresh Orchid Arrangement
- Regent Plush Bathrobe and Slippers
- Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
- Priority Access to Online Shore Excursion Reservations
- Priority Access to Online Dining Reservations
- Binoculars
- illy® Espresso Maker
- Cashmere Blankets
- Regent Special Gift
- Vanity and Hair Dryer
- Shoe Shine Service
- Additional Discounts:
- 10% Discount on Ultra Premium Wine and Liquor
- 5% Savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
- 5% Savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
- Personal Butler for an Elevated In-Suite Experience
- In-Suite Dining from Compass Rose
- Priority Boarding on Embarkation Day with Suite Access at 1 pm
- Daily Canapés
- Luxe Fruit Arrangement
- Luxurious Designer Bath Amenities & Men's Unscented Shaving Kit
- Bose® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
- Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
- Complimentary Garment Pressing on First Night
- Personalized Stationery upon request
- Elegant Weather Clock
- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:

Category: MN
Spectacular panoramic views will seem to have been created just for you when you relax on your suite's private balcony. Comfortably located mid-ship, this suite has a spacious separate bedroom with a European king-sized Elite Slumber™ bed and one-and-a-half baths. This suite features a spacious walk-in closet with drawers as well. To elevate your experience even more, a personal butler will be on call to help make your onboard wishes come true.
Suite size: 60.4 m²
Balcony size: 8.3 m²
Amenities:- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
- Ground Transfers
- Breakfast
- Porterage
- Unlimited Wi-Fi* Includes up to Four Logins, Four Devices, per Suite
- Valet Laundry Service
- 24-hour in-suite dining
- Fresh Orchid Arrangement
- Regent Plush Bathrobe and Slippers
- Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
- Priority Access to Online Shore Excursion Reservations
- Priority Access to Online Dining Reservations
- Binoculars
- illy® Espresso Maker
- Cashmere Blankets
- Regent Special Gift
- Vanity and Hair Dryer
- Shoe Shine Service
- Additional Discounts:
- 10% Discount on Ultra Premium Wine and Liquor
- 5% Savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
- 5% Savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
- Welcome Letter from the President and General Manager
- Personal Butler for an Elevated In-Suite Experience
- In-Suite Dining from Compass Rose
- Priority Boarding on Embarkation Day with Suite Access at 1 pm
- Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
- Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
- A Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service Once During Cruises
- Daily Canapés
- Luxe Fruit Arrangement
- Luxurious Designer Bath Amenities & Men's Unscented Shaving Kit
- Bath Scale Setup
- Bose® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
- Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
- Complimentary Garment Pressing on First Night
- Personalized Stationery upon request
- Elegant Weather Clock
- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:

Category: GS
Step into the richness of a dining area perfectly ensconced within a spacious, art-filled living room. Just outside is a private balcony with a table and chairs just right for in-suite breakfast. The private bedroom is large and inviting, its soothing color palette conducive to a peaceful night's rest on your King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed. Two full baths and luxurious bath products invite you to indulge in unbridled 'me time'.
Suite size: 83.9 m²
Balcony size: 7.8 m²
Amenities:- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
- Ground Transfers
- Breakfast
- Porterage
- Unlimited Wi-Fi* Includes up to Four Logins, Four Devices, per Suite
- Valet Laundry Service
- 24-hour in-suite dining
- Fresh Orchid Arrangement
- Regent Plush Bathrobe and Slippers
- Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
- Priority Access to Online Shore Excursion Reservations
- Priority Access to Online Dining Reservations
- Binoculars
- illy® Espresso Maker
- Cashmere Blankets
- Regent Special Gift
- Vanity and Hair Dryer
- Shoe Shine Service
- Additional Discounts:
- 10% Discount on Ultra Premium Wine and Liquor
- 5% Savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
- 5% Savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
- Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice
- Welcome Letter from the President and General Manager
- Personal Butler for an Elevated In-Suite Experience
- In-Suite Dining Menu Including Specialty Restaurant Selections During Dining Hours
- Priority Boarding on Embarkation Day with Suite Access at Noon
- Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
- Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
- A Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service Once During Cruises
- Complimentary In-Suite Cocktail Party for 8
- Complimentary 25-Minute Personal Fitness Session at the Serene Spa & Wellness™ Fitness Center
- Onboard Press Reader App Access
- Daily Canapés
- Tea Forté Set-Up
- Luxe Fruit Arrangement with Chocolate Leonidas
- Luxurious Designer Bath Amenities & Men's Unscented Shaving Kit
- Hair dryer
- Bath Scale Setup
- Bose® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
- Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
- Complimentary Garment Pressing on First Night
- Personalized Stationery upon request
- Elegant Weather Clock
- Excursion Bag
- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:

Category: HS
Located along the stern of Seven Seas Mariner®, this suite offers a panoramic vista and expansive balcony that is large enough for two cushioned chaises, two chairs and a table. Inside, the bed alcove is separated from a beautifully appointed sitting area by curtains, allowing you to control how much sunlight greets you each morning. You'll also have a personal butler attending to your needs and a bevy of luxurious amenities.
Suite size: 33.4 m²
Balcony size: 25 m²
Amenities:- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
- Ground Transfers
- Breakfast
- Porterage
- Unlimited Wi-Fi* Includes up to Four Logins, Four Devices, per Suite
- Valet Laundry Service
- Customizable In-Suite Mini Bar Replenished Daily with Your Preferences
- 24-hour in-suite dining
- Fresh Orchid Arrangement
- Regent Plush Bathrobe and Slippers
- Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
- Priority Access to Online Shore Excursion Reservations
- Priority Access to Online Dining Reservations
- Binoculars
- illy® Espresso Maker
- Cashmere Blankets
- Regent Special Gift
- Vanity and Hair Dryer
- Shoe Shine Service
- Additional Discounts:
- 10% Discount on Ultra Premium Wine and Liquor
- 5% Savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
- 5% Savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
- Personal Butler for an Elevated In-Suite Experience
- In-Suite Dining from Compass Rose
- Priority Boarding on Embarkation Day with Suite Access at 1 pm
- Daily Canapés
- Luxe Fruit Arrangement
- Luxurious Designer Bath Amenities & Men's Unscented Shaving Kit
- Bose® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
- Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
- Complimentary Garment Pressing on First Night
- Personalized Stationery upon request
- Elegant Weather Clock
- 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:

| Symbol | Description |
|---|---|
![]() | Three guest capacity suite; convertible sofa bed |
![]() | Bathroom features a glass-enclosed shower instead of a bathtub |
![]() | 2-bedroom suite accommodates up to 6 guests |
![]() | Wheelchair accessible suites have shower stall instead of bathtub |

- Ship Name: Seven Seas Mariner
- Ship Name: Seven Seas Mariner
- Year Built: 2001
- Year Refurbished: 2018
- Year Entered Present Fleet: 2001
- Ship Class: Mariner
- Maximum Capacity: 700
- Number of Passenger Decks: 8
- Number of Crew: 445
- Officers' Nationality: International
- Tonnage (GRT): 48,075
- Capacity Based on Double Occupancy: 700
- Country of Registry: The Bahamas
- Total Staterooms: 350
- Suites with Balcony: 350
- Crew/Hotel Staff Nationality: European/International
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*Price shown is per person based on double occupancy, is valid for select stateroom categories only and does include government taxes/fees and gratuities. Click on the Terms & Conditions link below for details.
**Select complimentary shore excursions are for full-fare guests only, capacity controlled and subject to availability. Shore excursion reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please note, available excursions vary by sailing date and day of the week. Government fees and taxes are included. Requested excursions may not be available at time of booking. Supplement will apply on Regent Choice excursions and excludes private arrangements and all Adventures Ashore programs. Restrictions apply and penalties apply 36 hours prior to shore excursion start date.
††All shipboard credit is in U.S. dollars, is per stateroom based on double occupancy, has no cash value, is nontransferable and not redeemable for cash.
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Ship's registry: The Bahamas
Package ID: RSSMARWOR20290106
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