Fiji is one of the friendliest countries you will ever visit.
If the beauty of the scenery doesn't overwhelm you, the hospitality
of the people surely will. Bula (Hello how are you, welcome)
Vinaka ( Thank you, goodbye, you are welcome), these words
will follow you everywhere. Traditionally, Fijians
enjoy a communal way of life and friendly 
mannerisms.

Set on its own 109-acre island on the Coral Coast, The Shangri-la Fijian lives up to its reputation.

From tennis, lawn bowling and a nine- hole golf course designed by Peter Thompson, to game
fishing in the resorts' own boat, parasailing, snorkeling, scuba diving and water-skiing, there's a
wealth of activities for the energetic guest. Or, just laze away the days under the sun around
one of the beautiful swimming pools or on the private beaches where the coral reef teems with
marine life.

You will be spoiled by the choices and the staff. The Fijian has seven different room categories,
five restaurants, eight bars, specialty cuisine, theme nights, fire walking and spectacular cultural entertainment.

Children have their own special activity program, a childrens pool, a playground, games room, day care centre and nightly movies. Parents can slip away for shopping or sightseeing, or simply enjoya vacation on their own.

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People love cruising. Six million North Americans boarded U.S.-based cruise ships in 1999, and an astounding 90 percent report that they enjoyed their at-sea vacation as much as any they have taken on land. If movie theatres could claim such a statistic they would be full every night. If sports teams could do the same, there would be no gypsy franchises moving from town to town chasing municipal tax dollars and newly constructed stadiums. However, there is still a number that nags the industry: namely that only 10 percent of the total population have ever

taken a cruise and an awful lot of those don't see themselves as cruise people.

With more than 127 years cruising the world, Holland America knows what matters to experienced travellers. Warm attentive service, relaxed surroundings with an extra measure of personal space and a no tipping required policy. Aboard the 5-star fleet, you'll enjoy special touches like freshly popped popcorn at movies, fresh flowers everywhere and an extensive collection of commissioned art and intriguing antiques.

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Set your compass for the Exotic on this Princess Cruise featuring Personal Cruising. Suit your unique whims and desires by customizing your cruise with an array of choices in entertainment, amenities and the innovative Personal Choice Dining program. Choose where, when and with whom you would like to dine, with options of restaurant-style dining or traditional fixed seating. Princess Cruises- where I belong!

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The Blue Mountains derive their name from the fact that the gum trees release an oil into the air which reacts with the sunlight to produce a blue haze. Sydney people have enjoyed the Blue Mountains as an ideal place to escape for a few days.

The Lilianfels is on a prime location on an escarpment 1000m above sea level. Lilianfels holds the prestigious Harpers Hideaway Award and was named in 1998 Tatler Cunard Travel Guide 101 best hotels in the world. The area, permeated by the scent of Eucalyptus trees, overlooks the Blue Mountains and is only five minutes from the famous landmark, the Three Sisters. Their health spa offers saunas, steam rooms, massage, aromatherapy, etc. Nearby are extensive walking trails, several golf courses, bush walking, horse riding and fishing. 

The hotel is located 90 minutes from Sydney city centre or two hours by train.

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And everywhere your journey takes you; you will find people who need only a little urging to pass on their knowledge of local history and legend.

The "can do" attitude of New Zealanders has given birth to a huge range of adventure and sporting activities. Practice your swing on golf courses that will distract you with their dramatic scenery. Lose yourself in the high-speed excitement of jet boating, missing rock walls by inches. Drop deep into the gloom of spellbinding underground caves. Live the life of a sea gypsy exploring islands in a charter boat. Dive deep into the realms of the Pacific. Climb a mountain, ski down a volcano; throw yourself off a bridge (with bungy attached)! Excitement isn't hard to find in New Zealand. Where you dollar gains 30%, this makes New Zealand a great destination. How much can you handle?

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Mt Maunganui is renowned for its beaches, fishing, diving, sailing, swimming, and surfing
as well as hang gliding, cycling and golf to name a few.

Out of the mists of morning and the days of legend, Maori mythology tells the story of three mountains in the foothills of the Kaimais. One was Puwhenua, a shapely bush clad maiden mountain who was in love with the lordly Otanewainuku who stood nearby. 

The Capri is Pilot Bay's finest waterfront holiday apartments. You'll love the relaxed atmosphere of your condominium and everything around you that makes 

Are you looking for somewhere special to getaway to...perhaps its your honeymoon or for an anniversary or perhaps you just want a relaxing, hassle free vacation.

The Royal Hideaway Resort & Spa in Playacar, Mexico is located on 13 acres of lush, tropical foliage on the most beautiful stretch of white sand beach in the Acadian Peninsula, just 45 minutes from Cancun International Airport and only 5 minutes from the quaint 

town of Playa del Carmen. It is an all- inclusive resort with a difference, the only all-inclusive resort to be named the Preferred Hotel & Resorts Worldwide. This resort is very popular with many repeat guests. Reservations should be made well in advance as the resort sells out early in the winter months. Book early to avoid disappointment.

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You will enjoy beautiful ocean views from every room and their romantic restaurant.

Peaceful and serene, Galiano Inn & Spa has everything to make your stay luxurious, while you enjoy the abundance of nature that makes Galiano Island truly special.

Savour the fresh ocean air and the sound of the waves on the beach, experience incredible sunrises with the vista of snow-capped Mt Baker as a backdrop to our gardens. The Inn could not be more convenient for someone seeking a special getaway from city life as Galiano Island is only 20 minutes by floatplane, or 50 minutes by ferry from the Mainland with frequent service from Vancouver Island. The Inn is walking distance from the ferry and the village shops.

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The Pool Villa Club, a 51/2 star resort, located on the grounds of the very popular Senggigi Beach Hotel, consists of 16 very stylish two-story villas located around a great river of a swimming pool (chemical free) that meanders around a centre island. The living and dining areas of the lower level open onto a private veranda with its own personal whirlpool and steps leading directly into the pool. The master bedroom on the second floor is exotic and very romantic. The king bed has a canopy of woven pineapple fibre and it has a full bathroom with tub and shower as well as a sitting area that opens out to a huge balcony
overlooking the pool. 

 The total area is 167 square metres and maximum occupancy is 6 people. Although designed with families in mind, the pool villas have become extremely popular with honeymooners.

In most parts of the world you would pay well over $1000.00USD per night for this kind of accommodation but on Lombok it can sometimes be as low as $229.00USD per night.

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