port - Blogs - Tripatini2024-03-29T01:44:36Zhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/feed/tag/port5 Great Gateway Towns to Australia's Great Barrier Reefhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/australia-great-barrier-reef-towns2016-04-25T19:00:00.000Z2016-04-25T19:00:00.000ZJason Stephenshttps://tripatini.com/members/JasonStephens<div><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009057293,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009057293,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="540" class="align-center" alt="9009057293?profile=original" /></a><br /> <br /> The Great Barrier Reef is certainly the gem of Australia. When it comes to planning a Great Barrier Reef holiday, choosing the right port city to stay in can make a big difference in your experience. Even if you are staying on an island, you still need to get there, so you should plan on a mainland port city that offers something you are also interested in doing. Hiring a car with <a href="http://www.apexrentacar.com.au/RentalCarLocations/cairns-airport-rental-cars-branch.aspx">Apex Rent a Car Cairns</a> allows you the freedom of travelling on your own schedule and adding on any port city sightseeing you decide. Join us as we explore the five main port cities and towns you can choose to stay in when planning a holiday to this amazing natural wonder.<br /> <br /> <br /> <span class="font-size-3"><strong>Rockhampton</strong></span></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009058076,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009058076,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="9009058076?profile=original" /></a></b><span class="font-size-1"><em>Mount Etna (NationalParks.Queensland.com)</em></span></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009058493,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009058493,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="9009058493?profile=original" /></a><span class="font-size-1"><em>Great Keppel Island (Wikipedia)</em></span></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009058664,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009058664,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="9009058664?profile=original" /></a><span class="font-size-1"><em>Google Maps</em></span></p><p><br /> The southernmost gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Rockhampton puts you close to Great Keppel Island, the Keppel Bay Islands National Park, Curtis Island National Park, and some popular dive spots. You can stay in Rockhampton and take some day trips out to the reef or you can stay on Great Keppel Island where there is a variety of accommodations from camping to a luxury resort. Of course, you can combine a little bit of both. When it comes to Rockhampton, there are plenty of fun things to do including sailing on the Fitzroy River, visiting Mt Archer National Park, exploring the caves there or in the nearby Capricorn Caves, and taking an Aboriginal culture tour to learn about the cultural history of the region.<br /></p><p><b><span class="font-size-3">Mackay</span><br /></b> <br /> <b><br /></b></p><p><b><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009058691,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009058691,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="704" alt="9009058691?profile=original" /></a></b><span class="font-size-1"><em>Araluen Falls in Eungella National Park (Wikipedia)</em></span></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009059483,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009059483,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="9009059483?profile=original" /></a><span class="font-size-1"><em>Hill Inlet, Whitsunday Islands (Wikipedia)</em></span><br /> <br /> <br /> About 335 km north of Rockhampton, Mackay is still considered the southern section of the Great Barrier Reef. A well-known vacation mecca in itself; the town is also one of the Reef's most popular areas, the Whitsunday Islands. An archipelago of 74 islands and cays that dot the clear blue Coral Sea, the Whitsundays are known for island beaches with some of the purest white sand in the world. A few of the islands have resorts on them which make for amazing island getaways. When you are on the mainland of Mackay, there are also beautiful beaches, Hillsborough National Park on the coast and inland is Eungella National Park. It is located in the Pioneer Valley and is very beautiful with tranquil scenery, picturesque waterfalls and the best place in the world to catch a glimpse of wild platypus.</p><p></p><p><span class="font-size-3"><b>Townsville<br /> <br /></b></span></p><p><b><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9296612889,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9296612889,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="9296612889?profile=original" /></a></b><span class="font-size-1"><em>Picturesque and tropical Hinchinbrook Island (nprsr.qld.gov.au)</em></span></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009059856,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009059856,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="9009059856?profile=original" /></a><span class="font-size-1"><em>Alligator Creek and Mount Elliot in Bowling Green National Park (Queensland.com)</em></span></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9296613454,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9296613454,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="9296613454?profile=original" /></a><span class="font-size-1"><em>(Google Maps)</em></span><br /></p><p>As we head further north 386 km up the coast, we will find Townsville, centrepiece of the central region of the Great Barrier Reef. Townsville is more of an industrial city, also the beef capital of Australia, and with a growing tourism base as well as for the Reef. Both Magnetic Island and Hinchinbrook Island are very close to the mainland and these give you a great taste of the Reef without venturing too far away from the coast. A little further north you have Orpheus Island and Great Palm Island too. Townsville has a tropical climate and as you head north, you are moving into tropical rainforest territory. Many of the nearby national parks are protected rainforests, and you shouldn’t miss out on visiting at least one, such as Bowling Green National Park, Paluma Range National Park, or Girringun National Park. Other things to do while in Townsville include the Billabong Sanctuary, the Museum of Tropical Queensland, Reef HQ Aquarium, or check out Castle Hill, one of many popular hiking destinations near Townsville.<br /></p><p><b><span class="font-size-3">Cairns</span><br /> <br /></b></p><p><b><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009060076,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009060076,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="9009060076?profile=original" /></a></b><span class="font-size-1"><em>(Australia.com)</em></span></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9296613475,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9296613475,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="9296613475?profile=original" /></a><span class="font-size-1"><em>Kuranda Skyrail (Australia.com)</em></span></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009060873,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009060873,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="9009060873?profile=original" /></a><span class="font-size-1"><em>(Google Maps)</em></span><br /><br /></p><p>Once you reach Cairns, you are in North Queensland and in store for some of the best diving off of the coast. Charters are leaving daily and there are many to choose from. In an around Cairns there is plenty to see and do, especially in the beautiful tropical rainforests and national parks near the city; the Kuranda Rainforest in particular is a must-see, with a scenic railway and skyrail which give you a bird’s eye view of the canopy of the lush flora. There is also Barron Gorge National Park, Paronella Park with a very interesting history, the Cairns Zoo, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, white water rafting, Hartleys Crocodile Adventure Park, Chillagoe Caves, Tjapukai Cultural Park, and horseback riding.</p><p> </p><p><b><span class="font-size-3">Port Douglas</span><br /><br /></b></p><p><b><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9296613652,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9296613652,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="9296613652?profile=original" /></a></b><span class="font-size-1"><em>Low Isles (CairnsAttractions.com.au)</em></span></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009061100,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009061100,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="749" alt="9009061100?profile=original" /></a><span class="font-size-1"><em>Daintree Rainforest (DaintreeRainforest.net.au)</em></span></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009062088,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009062088,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="9009062088?profile=original" /></a><span class="font-size-1"><em>Google Maps</em></span></p><p><br /> Port Douglas is the Reef's northernmost port city, as well as gateway to the far north of Queensland. Cairns and Port Douglas are the closest together of any of the other two ports, so you can visit both since they are only an hour's drive from each other. One of the popular Great Barrier Reef destinations near Port Douglas is the Low Isles, a small cay not too far off the coast, so easy to reach and spend the day exploring, snorkelling, or relaxing. Heron Island is also close to Port Douglas. While in Port Douglas, you can visit the Mossman Gorge and the Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary. If you are this far north, you definitely should visit the Daintree Rainforest just north of town, the oldest and largest contiguous tropical rainforest left in the world, thought to be 140 million years old and home to more biodiversity per square metre than anywhere else on the planet. </p><p></p><p><span class="font-size-1"><em><br />top photo: <a href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:GreatBarrierReef-EO.JPG" target="_blank">NASA, by MISR</a></em></span></p><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p></p><p></p><p></p></div>Touring Caribbean Costa Rica's Tortuguero & Veragua Rainforesthttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/best-of-caribbean-costa-rica-in-one-tour-tortuguero-veragua2016-01-07T12:13:31.000Z2016-01-07T12:13:31.000ZShannon Farleyhttps://tripatini.com/members/ShannonFarley<div><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9296608498,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9296608498,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="555" alt="9296608498?profile=original" /></a><br />If you are <b>stopping in Costa Rica on your Caribbean cruise</b>, you can enjoy a fantastic full day in the rainforest at <b>two of the top <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions.html" target="_blank">attractions in the Caribbean Costa Rica</a></b>. This easy tour from the port of Limón combines a <b>canal cruise in the <a href="http://www.costarica-nationalparks.com/tortugueronationalpark.html" target="_blank">Tortuguero National Park</a></b> – called the “Little Amazon” of Costa Rica, and the nature, wildlife and adventure tours at <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/" target="_blank">Veragua Rainforest Eco-Adventure</a>. This <b>top </b><a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/tours-rates/shore-excursion.html" target="_blank">shore excursion in Limon, Costa Rica</a> is ideal for nature lovers and outdoors enthusiasts.<br /><br /></p><p><a href="http://www.shoreexcursioneer.com/puerto-limon/veragua-rain-forest-aerial-tram.html" target="_blank">Veragua Rainforest Eco-Adventure & Tortuguero Canals in Costa Rica</a></p><p><br />You will travel from the cruise ship dock at Limón by air-conditioned motor coach first to the 46,000-acre <b>Tortuguero National Park</b> – home of the magnificent <b>Tortuguero Canals</b>. Tortuguero, on Costa Rica’s <b>northern Caribbean Coast,</b> is a <b>special ecosystem</b> of marshy islands, canals, lagoons, beaches, and dense lowland tropical rainforest that is a habitat for <b>abundant plant and animal life</b>. As you slowly motor past beautiful water lilies and palms on a comfortable river boat, <b>keep a lookout for crocodiles, spider monkeys</b>, howler and white-faced monkeys, river otters, West Indian Manatees, sloths, river turtles, iguanas, or any of the 300 bird species that live here, including endangered Great Green Macaws.<br /><br /></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009031285,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009031285,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="640" alt="9009031285?profile=original" /></a>After your river cruise, you will drive up into the coastal mountains near the renowned <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/location.html" target="_blank">La Amistad International Park</a> to <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1vSrZGSd4c" target="_blank">Veragua Rainforest Eco-Adventure</a>. This private reserve protects 3,212-acres (1,300-hectares) of <b>primary and secondary tropical forest</b>. With your visit to Veragua Rainforest, <b>you contribute directly to the earth's sustainability</b> by helping fund <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/educational-program/veragua-research-station.html" target="_blank">conservation and scientific research</a>.</p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009032054,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009032054,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="555" alt="9009032054?profile=original" /></a><br />In the company of a small, guided group, you will meet iguanas, lizards and snakes in a natural <strong><a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions/reptile-habitat.html" target="_blank">Reptile Habitat</a></strong>; walk through a <b>one-of-a-kind</b> <strong><a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions/frog-habitat.html" target="_blank">rainforest frog exhibit</a></strong>; mingle with hundreds of the most colorful butterflies in the world in the <strong><a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions/butterfly-garden.html" target="_blank">Butterfly Garden</a></strong>, including the brilliantly-hued Blue Morpho, which only exists in tropical rainforests. Then you will glide through the tree canopy on the <b><a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions/aerial-tram-ride.html" target="_blank">Aerial Tram</a>.</b> As you descend the mountain to the riverbank below, keep watch for toucans, sloths and howler monkeys (note that wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed). On the valley floor, follow the <b>“<a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions/rainforest-trails.html" target="_blank">Trail of the Giants</a>”</b> (so named for the gigantic trees that frame the path) on a nature walk to the <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions/puma-waterfall.html" target="_blank">Puma Waterfall</a>. After returning by tram to the main visitor center, you will have time to enjoy a <b>buffet lunch in the <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions/facilities.html" target="_blank">Rainforest Café</a></b> and browse in the gift shop.</p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009002279,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009002279,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="567" alt="9009002279?profile=original" /></a><br />Veragua Rainforest Eco-Adventure is named <b><a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g309264-d1307667-Reviews-Veragua_Rainforest_Park-Puerto_Limon_Province_of_Limon.html" target="_blank">#1 of 18 things to do in Puerto Limon, Costa Rica on TripAdvisor</a>.</b> Veragua Rainforest also offers <b>half-day</b> and <b>full-day shore excursions</b> for the <b>best rainforest tours</b> in Costa Rica's Caribbean region.</p><p><b><i> </i></b></p></div>What Does It Takes to be Sustainable in Ecotourism? A Park in Costa Rica Shows the Wayhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/veragua-sustainable-ecotourism-limon-costa-rica2016-02-05T14:10:53.000Z2016-02-05T14:10:53.000ZShannon Farleyhttps://tripatini.com/members/ShannonFarley<div><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009025261,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009025261,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="640" alt="9009025261?profile=original" /></a><br />It’s not always easy to be <b>eco-friendly</b> or <b>sustainable</b> when running a business, especially in a country like <b>Costa Rica</b>, which sets the bar high for <b>ecotourism</b>.</p><p> </p><p><b>Costa Rica essentially pioneered the flourishing ecotourism trend</b> nearly two decades ago. Since then, with the many stringent demands of its <a href="http://www.visitcostarica.com/ict/paginas/sostenibilidad.asp?tab=0" target="_blank"><strong>Certification for Sustainable Tourism</strong> (<strong>CST</strong>) program</a>, it takes a great deal of commitment, hard work and dedication to authentically be a <b>sustainable eco-friendly business</b>.</p><p> </p><p><strong><a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/" target="_blank">Veragua Rainforest Eco-Adventure</a></strong>, a nature and adventure park in <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/location.html" target="_blank">Costa Rica’s Caribbean mountains</a> is an ecotourism company striving for the best in sustainability. “We’re located in a poor area that traditionally was involved in logging, mono-agriculture and hunting. We’re turning the region into a conservation-focused area, giving locals jobs and teaching them to protect their resources. We’re very involved in the community with education and infrastructure,” commented Veragua owner Marti Jiménez.<br /><br /></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9296608674,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="650" class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9296608674,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="9296608674?profile=original" /></a></p><p><br />Named the <b><a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g309264-d1307667-Reviews-Veragua_Rainforest_Park-Puerto_Limon_Province_of_Limon.html" target="_blank">No. 1 of 18 things to do in Puerto Limon, Costa Rica</a> on TripAdvisor,</b> Veragua Rainforest Eco-Adventure is an <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions.html" target="_blank">all-in-one rainforest adventure park</a> with a biology research center, located about an hour inland from the <b>Caribbean port city of Limón</b>. It is an area of <b>breathtaking tropical rainforest</b> bordering the <b>La Amistad International Park</b>, the country’s most remote national park that is shared by both Costa Rica and <strong>Panama</strong>.</p><p> </p><p>When you visit Veragua Rainforest’s 3,212-acre (1,300-hectare) private reserve, <b>you contribute directly to the planet’s sustainability</b> by helping fund <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/educational-program/veragua-research-station.html" target="_blank">conservation and scientific research</a> that takes place with the <strong><a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/foundation/" target="_blank">Veragua Foundation for Rainforest Research</a></strong>.<br /><br /></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009025295,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009025295,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="640" alt="9009025295?profile=original" /></a></p><p><br />Veragua Rainforest is currently awaiting its first Certification for Sustainable Tourism from the <b>Costa Rica Tourism Board</b>. Established in 1999, the program grades the sustainability of a tourism company based on specific criteria such as proper waste management, environmental protection, use of resources, respect for local cultures and support of local communities. The <b>United Nations World Tourism Organization</b> uses the CST program as the <b>model for sustainable tourism practices in Latin America</b>. The <b>five-level rating process</b> is very detailed and involves rigorous demands, frequent inspections and evaluations.</p><p> </p><p>“The CST program fits right in with the <b>triple-bottom-line philosophy</b> (people, planet and profit) we’ve had at Veragua since inception,” says Jiménez.<br /><br /></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009002279,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009002279,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="567" alt="9009002279?profile=original" /></a></p><p><br />In addition to being certified sustainable, Veragua is now <b>one of the only tourist adventure parks in Costa Rica using mostly clean energy</b>. Due to Veragua’s remote location, they currently depend on a diesel generator system to supply all of their electricity at the adventure park, which not only is extremely costly but is not eco-friendly. This month, they're installing <a href="http://www.loskosolar.com/index.html" target="_blank">solar panels</a> on three buildings in key locations on the property.</p><p> </p><p>“Our solar energy project is a huge milestone because we finally will have a <b>renewable source of energy</b> after almost eight years of depending on diesel,” Jiménez observes. “It will allow us to offer 24/7 electricity to our day and overnight visitors, and to avoid frequent, costly, and even urgent maintenance of the diesel generator.”</p><p> </p><p>In other recent news, Veragua Rainforest has constructed a <b>new accessible mini-trail</b> that will <b>let wheelchairs and scooters</b> access both sides of their <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions/aerial-tram-ride.html" target="_blank">aerial tram</a>, thereby doubling the frequency of rides for visitors.<br /><br /></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009026270,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009026270,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="595" alt="9009026270?profile=original" /></a><br />And if you have read on <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g309264-d1307667-Reviews-Veragua_Rainforest_Park-Puerto_Limon_Province_of_Limon.html" target="_blank">TripAdvisor</a> or other travel forums any concerns about the <b>road to Veragua Rainforest</b>, rest easy – the local government recently paved six kilometers of the road from the main highway turnoff, and repaired the remaining six of gravel road. The private road inside Veragua’s gate also received extensive repair and improvement to make <b>transportation to Veragua Rainforest even easier</b>.</p><p></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009026064,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009026064,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="640" alt="9009026064?profile=original" /></a><br />Don’t miss this <b><a href="http://www.enchanting-costarica.com/activities/costa-rica-shore-excursions-at-veragua-rainforest/" target="_blank">top excursion in Limón, Costa Rica</a>.</b> Plan your visit today to Veragua Rainforest Eco-Adventure during your Costa Rica vacation.</p><p></p><p> </p></div>4 Fabulous Beaches of Resort Town Port Dickson, Malaysiahttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/beaches-port-dickson-malaysia2018-10-28T13:29:15.000Z2018-10-28T13:29:15.000ZOlivia Bondhttps://tripatini.com/members/OliviaBond<div><p></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009298860,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="400" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009298860,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-center" alt="9009298860?profile=original" /></a></p><p></p><p><a title="Port Dickson" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Port_Dickson_(town)">Port Dickson</a> is a town on the coast of south-central peninsular Malaysia, just over an hour south of Kuala Lumpur. The town used to produce charcoal, hence was also called "Arang" (charcoal) in the Malay language. There was also a carbon mine at Port Dickson. Today it's a popular holiday destination and is known for Beaches. There are many other <strong>tourist attractions in Port Dickson</strong> to visit, but in this post I'm are going to cover its four best beaches:</p><p></p><p></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009298477,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="400" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009298477,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-center" alt="9009298477?profile=original" /></a></p><h2>Blue Lagoon (Pantai Tanjung Biru)</h2><p><br /> Also known as Pantai Tanjung Biru, Blue Lagoon is situated near the Tanjung Tuan (Cape Rachado), and surrounded by luxuriant flowers and find forest reserve nearby where you may observe some wildlife.</p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009299664,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="400" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009299664,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-center" alt="9009299664?profile=original" /></a></p><h2>Tanjung Tuan<a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009299664,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><br /></a></h2><p>This one's popular because of its historic lighthouse. shimmery clear waters and lustrous white-sand. Different from other beaches, visitors have to hike via forest. you can even experience fauna here with the natural beauty.</p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009300289,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="400" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009300289,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-center" alt="9009300289?profile=original" /></a></p><h2>Saujana Beach</h2><p><br /> About a kilometer long, Saujana is different from other local beaches because there are many facilities available here, like food stands, washrooms, showers, and parking lots. You can also enjoy watersports here such as jet-skis, banana boats, speed boats etc.</p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009300656,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="400" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009300656,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-center" alt="9009300656?profile=original" /></a></p><h2>Cahaya Negeri Beach</h2><p><br /> On the fine sand here you can enjoy many activities with your family, friends, or signficant other, with a recreation center as well as the so-called ‘Lovers Bridge’ where you can go with your partner and enjoy a sweeping view out to sea.</p><p></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size:14pt;"><a title="Reviews by Tripadvisor" href="https://www.tripadvisor.in/Attractions-g303991-Activities-Port_Dickson_Negeri_Sembilan.html">Reviews</a> by Tripadvisor.</span></p><h3><span style="font-size:18pt;">Must Read: <a href="https://www.triphobo.com/places/port-dickson-malaysia/things-to-do">15 Best Things To Do in Port Dickson</a></span></h3><p></p></div>Best cruise ship shore excursion in Limon, Costa Ricahttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/best-cruise-ship-shore-excursion-in-limon-costa-rica2015-10-16T23:37:34.000Z2015-10-16T23:37:34.000ZShannon Farleyhttps://tripatini.com/members/ShannonFarley<div><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009000080,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009000080,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="655" alt="9009000080?profile=original" /></a>Stopping at the <b>Port of Limon in Costa Rica</b> on your Western Caribbean cruise or Panama Canal cruise?</p><p>Since you only have one day in port to <b>experience the <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions.html" target="_blank">best attractions of Costa Rica</a></b>, you want to maximize your time as best you can. Costa Rica is famous for its rainforests, nature, diverse wildlife and adventure tours. For an <b>all-in-one rainforest adventure</b> choose <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/" target="_blank">Veragua Rainforest Eco-Adventure</a> for your shore excursion in Limon, Costa Rica.</p><p><strong>Six reasons why Veragua Rainforest Eco-Adventure</strong> – named <b>#1 of 18 things to do in Puerto Limon, Costa Rica on <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g309264-d1307667-Reviews-Veragua_Rainforest_Park-Puerto_Limon_Province_of_Limon.html" target="_blank">TripAdvisor</a></b> – is the <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/tours-rates/shore-excursion.html" target="_blank">best shore excursion in Limon, Costa Rica</a>:</p><p><b>1.</b> <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/location.html" target="_blank">Location</a>: less than an hour away from the cruise ship pier at Limon. Minimal travel time means more time in the rainforest.</p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009000460,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009000460,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="340" alt="9009000460?profile=original" /></a><b>2.</b> <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions/rainforest-trails.html" target="_blank">Real Rainforest</a>: This is real rainforest, not Disneyland. The 3,212-acre (1,300-hectare) Veragua Rainforest Eco-Adventure park is located in the breathtaking tropical rainforest bordering the renowned La Amistad International Park.</p><p><b><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009000482,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009000482,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="586" alt="9009000482?profile=original" /></a>3.</b> <b>Multiple activities in one location</b>: Attractions at the award-winning adventure park include an <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions/aerial-tram-ride.html" target="_blank">aerial tram</a>, <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/index.php/the-original-canopy-tour" target="_blank">canopy zip line tour</a>, <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions/rainforest-trails.html" target="_blank">rainforest hiking trails</a>, <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions/puma-waterfall.html" target="_blank">waterfalls</a>, <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions/butterfly-garden.html" target="_blank">butterfly garden</a>, <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions/frog-habitat.html" target="_blank">frog</a> and <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions/reptile-habitat.html" target="_blank">reptile habitats</a>, and an <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions/insectarium.html" target="_blank">insectarium</a>.</p><p><b><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9296606661,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9296606661,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="640" alt="9296606661?profile=original" /></a>4.</b> <b>Wildlife</b>: In addition to Veragua Rainforest’s fascinating wildlife habitats, hundreds of species of tropical and migratory birds and exotic butterflies fly through the forest here. Howler and white-faced monkeys roam the treetops, and brightly colored poison-dart frogs join rare salamanders and other lizards on the forest floor. Keep your eyes open – you never know what you may see!</p><p><b><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9008833455,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9008833455,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="455" alt="9008833455?profile=original" /></a>5.</b> <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/educational-program/veragua-research-station.html" target="_blank">Scientific investigation center</a>: Veragua’s team of on-site biologists conducts important national scientific research here. You can see what they’re up to at the science labs.</p><p><b><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009001498,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009001498,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="585" alt="9009001498?profile=original" /></a>6. <a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/attractions/facilities.html" target="_blank">First-rate facilities</a></b>: You can enjoy an excellent Costa Rican lunch and snacks at Veragua’s Rainforest Café. Buy souvenirs to remember your trip at the Congo Arts & Crafts Gift Shop. Veragua Rainforest is accessible for all visitors. All pathways and trails are wheelchair and stroller accessible, with the exception of the Puma Waterfall trail and the hiking Trail of the Brave.</p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009002260,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009002260,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="586" alt="9009002260?profile=original" /></a></p><p><a href="http://www.veraguarainforest.com/tours-rates/shore-excursion.html" target="_blank">Limon, Costa Rica shore excursions at Veragua Rainforest</a></p><p>Veragua Rainforest Eco-Adventure has <b>half-day</b> and <b>full-day shore excursions</b> available.</p><p></p><p><b>Half-day Awesome Research & Adventure Program</b> (<strong>pier-to-pier 5½ hours; on-site tour time</strong> 3½ hours<strong>)</strong></p><p><strong>The Veragua Rainforest Eco-Adventure tour includes:</strong></p><p><strong>A fun aerial tram ride through the rainforest canopy</strong></p><p><strong>Walking trails by a river under giant trees</strong></p><p><strong>Visit a beautiful waterfall</strong></p><p><strong>Tour the largest indoor nocturnal and diurnal frog exhibit in the world</strong></p><p><strong>Visit a state-of-the-art reptile habitat</strong></p><p><strong>See an insectarium</strong></p><p><strong>Tour a huge butterfly garden filled with some of the world’s most colorful butterflies</strong></p><p><strong>Visit the</strong> biological research station managed by the Costa Rican National Institute of Biodiversity (INBio)</p><p>Snacks are included</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9296606678,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9296606678,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="567" alt="9296606678?profile=original" /></a>Full-day</strong> <b>Super Adventure Combo Program</b> <strong>(pier-to-pier 7½ hours; on-site tour time</strong> 5½ hours<strong>)</strong></p><p>This Costa Rica day tour includes all of the activities in the half-day tour described above, <b>and The Original Canopy Tour® zip lines</b>. Featured on Discovery Channel, National Geographic, and Travel Channel, the exhilarating canopy zip line ride consists of nine zip lines and observation platforms. Lunch at Veragua is included on the full-day tour. </p><p><i><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9296606852,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9296606852,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="640" alt="9296606852?profile=original" /></a>“LOVED the rainforest. We had so much fun, seeing a frog, snake and butterfly exhibit. We then got to walk a path that brought you to an aerial tram. That took you down the side of the mountain to another trail, which brought you to a waterfall. There is so much to see along the trail. I told my wife, ‘It’s like the world’s biggest seek and find game.’ You may see a frog, insect, caterpillar, centipede ... you just never know! The rainforest is beautiful and the guide we had was outstanding!!!!”</i> wrote a guest from Celebrity Cruises on <a href="http://www.cruisecritic.com/memberreviews/shore-excursions/excursion/1433/" target="_blank">Cruise Critic</a>.</p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009003065,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009003065,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="640" alt="9009003065?profile=original" /></a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/VeraguaRainforestResearchandAdventure" target="_blank">Veragua Rainforest Eco-Adventure</a> is <b>open Tuesday to Sunday (and cruise ship Mondays), from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.</b> Entrance is free for children under 4 years old. Veragua Rainforest Eco-Adventure tours and The Original Canopy Tour® zip line tours start every hour on the hour; the last tour begins at 3:00 p.m. Tel: +506 4000-0949.</p><p><b><i>Article by Shannon Farley</i></b></p></div>Port Jefferson Long Island's Danfords Hotel & Marinahttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/port-jefferson-long-island-s-danfords-hotel-marina2016-12-29T02:24:29.000Z2016-12-29T02:24:29.000ZSteve Mirskyhttps://tripatini.com/members/SteveMirsky964<div><p> </p><p><a href="http://www.gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/danfordsspring.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/danfordsspring.jpg?width=719" class="align-center" width="719" alt="danfordsspring.jpg?width=719" /></a></p><p></p><p><span class="font-size-3">Situated in the heart of historic Port Jefferson Village on the waterfront right next to the Bridgeport/Port Jefferson ferry dock, <a href="http://www.danfords.com/">Danfords Hotel & Marina</a> blends modern luxury with a rich local history. The site of this luxury resort dates all the way back to 1870 when it housed a blacksmith shop, boxing emporium, social club, ice cream parlor, painter’s studio, and gift shop before the Hurricane of 1938 demolished most of it including the original foundation.</span></p><p></p><p><a href="http://www.gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/danfordsexterior2.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/danfordsexterior2.jpg?width=767" class="align-center" width="767" alt="danfordsexterior2.jpg?width=767" /></a></p><p></p><p><span class="font-size-3">Fast forward to 1986 when the hotel was completely rebuilt into the 86-room boutique property with the contemporary design and layout you experience today. After being fully refurbished in 2008, <a href="http://www.danfords.com/">Danfords Hotel & Marina</a> added and upgraded amenities like <a href="http://waveseafoodkitchen.com/">Wave Seafood Kitchen & Lounge</a> accompanied by gourmet catering facilities, a full service marina, and <a href="http://www.danfords.com/butterfly-salon-and-spa/">Butterfly Salon & Spa</a> completely transforming it into a destination ideal for vacation getaways as well as weddings and conferences overlooking the harbor and Long Island Sound in the distance.</span></p><p></p><p><a href="http://www.gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/danfordsfrontdesk-1024x768.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/danfordsfrontdesk-1024x768.jpg?width=817" class="align-center" width="817" alt="danfordsfrontdesk-1024x768.jpg?width=817" /></a></p><p></p><p><span class="font-size-3">Danfords' artful juxtaposition of historic character inlaid with modern comforts is readily apparent as soon as you enter the lobby for check-in. The front desk is opulently crafted with carved wood trim painted in white along with wood plank flooring under foot. The color scheme is bright and nautically themed anchored with a gas fireplace surrounded by plenty of plush seating clustered throughout. To one side, a doorway opens up into <a href="http://waveseafoodkitchen.com/">Wave Seafood Kitchen & Lounge</a> while to your right, a wide wooden staircase with an ornate banister leads to <em>Presidential</em> and <em>Tower Suites</em> as well as the <em>Brookhaven Room</em> event space upstairs.</span></p><p></p><p><a href="http://www.gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/danfordslobby.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/danfordslobby.jpg?width=796" class="align-center" width="796" alt="danfordslobby.jpg?width=796" /></a></p><p></p><p><span class="font-size-3">The overall design evokes an airy yet cozy ambiance steeped in history. Step outside and brick walkways interconnect the property's 10 other buildings including over 12,000-square-feet of meeting space featuring a newly renovated ballroom with panoramic ocean views as well as rooms featuring a wide variety of sizes and amenities.</span></p><p></p><p><a href="http://www.gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/danfords-1024x256.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/danfords-1024x256.jpg?width=1128" class="align-center" width="1128" alt="danfords-1024x256.jpg?width=1128" /></a></p><p></p><p><span class="font-size-3">Interior decor throughout is themed around nautically inspired accents and artwork showcasing marine artifacts as well as tall ships and their exuberant sails. Some rooms include balconies with waterfront views and fireplaces while the seaside theme is carried over into most bathrooms with stone surfaces, luxury hardware, and well appointed spa-inspired showers with built-in seats and glass enclosures.</span></p><p></p><p><a href="http://www.gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/danfordsdiningroom.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/danfordsdiningroom.jpg?width=800" class="align-center" width="800" alt="danfordsdiningroom.jpg?width=800" /></a></p><p></p><p><span class="font-size-3">Chef Jeff Bunbury at <a href="http://waveseafoodkitchen.com/">Wave Seafood Kitchen & Lounge</a> applies farm to table sensibilities to his menus prominently showcasing fresh local produce and seafood with dishes like Charred Octopus served with mussels, chorizo, and herbed Arborio rice or Pan Seared scallops with asparagus puree, Spatzle, and freshly harvested mushrooms. The restaurant's name is inspired by the panoramic water views visible from every table. Their 40-seat lounge/dining area is also defined by white baby grand piano and a gallery of photographic seascapes making for perfect oceanfront dining especially during summer when the outdoor dockside deck opens to offer al fresco dining.</span></p><p></p><p><a href="http://www.gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/danfordsmarina.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/danfordsmarina.jpg?width=800" class="align-center" width="800" alt="danfordsmarina.jpg?width=800" /></a></p><p></p><p><span class="font-size-3">What makes this property truly unique is their <a href="http://www.danfords.com/marina/boaters-corner/">full service 75-slip marina</a> accommodating short and long term stays for boats up to 280-feet long. Many conveniences include refueling and shower facilities, water, electrical, and cable hook-ups, and slip-side food and beverage services. They even have a full-time Dock-Master at the ready to make special arrangements and plan on shore itineraries for boaters.</span></p><p></p><p><a href="http://www.gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/danfordsbeachwalk.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/danfordsbeachwalk.jpg?width=795" class="align-center" width="795" alt="danfordsbeachwalk.jpg?width=795" /></a></p><p></p><p><span class="font-size-3">On land, you are several blocks walking distance to vibrant walk able downtown Port Jeff with plenty of eateries and galleries to pick from. If you brought your car, you may have the extra hassle of parking and navigating traffic particularly during summer but your access to infinitely more activities extends your reach to miles of beach walking at nearby McAllister County Park as well as other nearby attractions like Splish Splash Water Park, Atlantis Marine World, bike paths, and golf courses. A bit further afield lie the Hamptons and North Fork wineries.</span></p><p></p><blockquote><span class="font-size-3"><em>Photos courtesy of Steve Mirsky and Danfords Hotel & Marina</em></span></blockquote></div>Alexandria City Sightseeing Tour and Shore Excursion From Alexandria Porthttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/alexandria-city-sightseeing-12011-05-12T14:00:00.000Z2011-05-12T14:00:00.000ZEbrahimhttps://tripatini.com/members/Ebrahim<div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;">Take a fascinating tour to Alexandria from Port in the company of your own Egyptologist guide. The second largest city in Egypt, Alexandria has an atmosphere that is more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern and is famous for its Roman remains. With your own Egyptologist guide to lead the way. Your first stop in this historic city is the catacombs of Kom al-Shuqqafa, a Roman burial site whose family tomb reveals the merging of Egyptian and Roman art and architecture. Descend below ground to visit the tomb and Caracals Hall. Back above ground, continue to Pompey's Pillar, an 82-foot (25-meter) granite column built to honor Emperor Diocletian, who freed the besieged city and brought food to its starving people. Continuing the Roman theme, the next site your guide will show you is the Roman amphitheater, possibly the best preserved Roman site in Egypt. The site also includes the remains of a Roman street and homes. After lunch (additional cost) you will visit the famous Alexandria Library. In contrast to the ancient architecture found throughout Egypt, the Norwegian-designed building is a striking piece of modern design. A copy of every book published in the world is kept in the library, making it one of the great literary sites in the world. The library also houses several exhibitions relating to the history of Egypt and a display of rare antique books . Walking and relaxing tour around the Montazah Palace and its Green Gardens. Finally, you will be transferred back to your cruise in Alexandria Port.</div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"></div><div class="sub_cat_header"><strong>Inclusions</strong></div><div class="sub_cat_header"></div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;">• Pick up services from Alexandria Port & return<br /><br />• All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicles<br /><br />• Academic Egyptologist guide<br /><br />• Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites<br /><br />• Mineral water on board the vehicle during the tour<br /><br />• All Service charges & taxes</div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"></div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"><a href="http://www.privatetoursinegypt.com/Egypt-Shore-Excursions/Alexandria-Shore-Trips/id_page503" target="_blank">>> Alexandria, Egypt shore excursions to Cairo sightseeing from Alexandria. Tours to Giza Pyramids from Alexandria. Cruise Trips to El Alamien from Alexandria port.</a></div></div>Shore Excursion To Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum From Alexandria Porthttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/shore-excursion-to-giza2011-05-12T14:00:00.000Z2011-05-12T14:00:00.000ZEbrahimhttps://tripatini.com/members/Ebrahim<div><p>Morning time you will be picked up from your cruise by our Egyptologist guide who will accompany you in an air conditioned van for around 3 hours driving to the famous Giza Plateau, home of Egypt Greatest attractions to visit the Great Pyramids, Which is ONE of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world including the Great Pyramid of Cheops, middle pyramids of Chephren and the little one of Mykerinos and mysterious Sphinx, the Father of Terror for the ancient pharaohs, the tour includes visit to the valley temple facing the great sphinx. You will be having lunch on the way which is included. Later on you will be driven to see the world-renowned Museum of Egyptian Antiques that was built in neo-classical style designed by the French architect Marcel Dourgnon which exhibits a collection now over 120000 masterpieces ranges from pre-dynastic era, Pharaonic era to the Greco-roman period in Egypt including the treasures of the child King Tutankhamen, Pharaonic Gods and Goddess. Continue the tour to Old Cairo where you are going to visit Hanging church, Mary Gerges church and Ben Ezra synagogue, then enjoy a tour to Khan Elkhalili old market. Finally you will be escorted by your guide back to the cruise.</p><p> </p><p><a href="http://www.privatetoursinegypt.com/Egypt-Shore-Excursions/Alexandria-Shore-Trips/id_page503" target="_blank">>> Alexandria, Egypt shore excursions to Cairo sightseeing from Alexandria. Tours to Giza Pyramids from Alexandria. Cruise Trips to El Alamien from Alexandria port.</a></p></div>Two Days Excursion To Giza Pyarmids and Cairo Sightseeing From Alexandria Porthttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/two-days-excursion-to-giza2011-05-12T14:00:00.000Z2011-05-12T14:00:00.000ZEbrahimhttps://tripatini.com/members/Ebrahim<div><p><span style="font-weight:bold;">Day 1 :</span> Morning time you will be picked up from Alexandria port upon your arrival by your private Egyptologist tour guide who will accompany you in an air conditioned van, drive around 3 hours to Sakkara that is part of Memphis's massive necropolis, and the burial site of the most ancient Pharaohs where you will see the first pyramids build in Egypt "Step Pyramid of King Djoser that was designed by Imhotep, the ancient Egyptian architect also you will visit the Teti Pyramid and tombs in Sakkara then you will be transferred to Memphis, the ancient Capital of Egypt to visit the colossal statue of Ramses II and nearby a still half-buried Hathor Temple then drive to the famous Giza Plateau, home of Egypt’s signature attractions to visit the Great Pyramids, ONE of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world including the Great Pyramid of Cheops, middle pyramids of Chephren and the little one of Mykerinos and mysterious Sphinx, the Father of Terror for the ancient pharaohs, the tour includes visit to the valley temple facing the great sphinx with shopping tour at the Famous bazaars and papyrus institutes in Giza area and then lunch will be served at good quality restaurant around pyramids area. From there you will be transferred to your hotel for check in and having settled in and overnight stay.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Day 2:</span> After breakfast at the hotel in Cairo your private Egyptologist guide will take you to world-renowned Museum of Egyptian antiquities that was built in neo-classical style designed by the French architect Marcel Dourgnon which exhibited collections now exceed 120000 masterpieces ranges from pre-dynastic era, Pharaonic era to the Greco-roman period in Egypt including the treasures of the child King Tutankhamen, Pharaonic Gods and Goddess with lunch will be served in 5* Nile view restaurant. Then you will be move on to the Citadel of Saladin that is overlooking the city from the Muqattam Hills and Mohammed Ali Alabaster Mosque inside that was built in Turkish style and very similar to the Blue Mosque in Turkey and simply considered to be one of the landmarks in Cairo whose minaret can be seen from any part of old Cairo. Finally you will be escorted by your guide back to the cruise.</p><p> </p><p><a href="http://www.privatetoursinegypt.com/Egypt-Shore-Excursions/Alexandria-Shore-Trips/id_page503" target="_blank">>> Alexandria, Egypt shore excursions to Cairo sightseeing from Alexandria. Tours to Giza Pyramids from Alexandria. Cruise Trips to El Alamien from Alexandria port.</a></p></div>Campari and Fonseca Featuring Artwork on Their Labelshttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/campari-and-fonseca-feature-artwork-on-their-labels2012-12-13T21:28:22.000Z2012-12-13T21:28:22.000ZSteve Mirskyhttps://tripatini.com/members/SteveMirsky964<div><p><a target="_blank" href="http://gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/campari-300x300.jpg"><img class="align-left" src="http://gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/campari-300x300.jpg?width=300" width="300" alt="campari-300x300.jpg?width=300" /></a>Every bottle of wine or liquor I can think of has a label. Many times the label simply indicates the contents with a brief description of origin and flavor. But sometimes, labels go beyond the basic requirements with a higher purpose. <a href="http://www.campari.com/">Campari</a> and <a href="http://www.fonseca.pt/">Fonseca Bin 27 Port</a> are two brands with labels promoting indigenous art.</p><h4>Campari</h4><p><br /> Campari's art label is very fiery...vibrant! And this most accurately portrays what's inside the bottle. This spirit can be sipped straight, but when mixed in classic cocktails like the <a href="http://www.chow.com/recipes/10269-negroni">Negroni</a> or Americano, its raw herbal essence with hints of syrupy sweetness on the finish opens up many flavorful possibilities with a wide range of base spirits. Its distinct red color adds flare and deeper hued passion to the presentation. The new limited edition art label, created by Italian artist <a href="http://www.nespolo.com/eng/index.php?">Ugo Nespolo</a>, reinterprets a <a href="http://www.leveledmag.com/2012/11/limited-edition-campari-label-by-ugo-nespolo/">Leonetto Cappiello Spiritello</a> print commissioned by Campari back in 1921. Nespolo wanted to bring a colorful, contemporary, and eye catching twist to this classic yet honoring Cappiello's original work by recreating the memorable red clad goblin set amid an oversize spiraling orange rind. He also added a striking background comprised of abstract geometric shapes in striking shades of blue.</p><h4>Fonseca Bin 27 Port</h4><p><br /> <a href="http://www.fonseca.pt/">Fonseca Bin 27 Limited Edition Artist Series</a>is now debuting its first, limited-edition Artist Series, a special release of Bin 27 available October through December 2012. Bin 27, a</p><p><a target="_blank" href="http://gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/bin27-300x300.jpg"><img class="align-right" src="http://gastrotraveling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/bin27-300x300.jpg?width=300" width="300" alt="bin27-300x300.jpg?width=300" /></a>Reserve Ruby port, started off more than a century ago as the family's personal reserve but beginning in 1972 was made available to the public. A blend of premium reserve wines aged 3-4 years in neutral oak vats, this rich red has a velvety texture with luscious black currant, chocolate and cherry notes. Featuring a label by the late <a href="http://www.sebastiaorodrigues.art.br/">Sebastiao Rodrigues</a>, a revered Portuguese designer whose work drew on the country's rich graphic traditions. Depicting a Portuguese fisherman in a traditional fishing boat on the Duoro River which has played a key role in the Port trade for centuries, this image was widely used in 1950s tourism postcards. Another remarkable aspect of Fonseca's Artist Series campaign is the fact they've partnered with <a href="http://www.waterkeeper.org/">Waterkeeper Alliance</a> to sustain the future of viticulture in the historic <a href="http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/countries/portugal-douro-valley-photos-traveler/">Douro River Valley</a>. “Protecting the water is integral to preserving this region”, says Head Winemaker David Guimaraens. “Continuing my family's winemaking legacy would be impossible without long term stewardship of land and water.”</p><blockquote><em>Photos courtesy Steve Mirsky. Coverage made possible via complementary samples.</em></blockquote><p><br /> </p></div>Portugal’s Precious Port Wine Trailhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/portugal-s-precious-port-wine-trail2011-08-30T20:19:44.000Z2011-08-30T20:19:44.000ZKaleel Sakakeenyhttps://tripatini.com/members/KaleelSakakeeny<div><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9008645279,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="300" class="align-left" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9008645279,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="9008645279?profile=original" /></a><p><strong>Portugal’s Precious Port Wine Trail</strong></p><p> </p><p>The Port Wine Trail begins in the only place legally authentic Port can begin, in <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Porto" target="_blank">Oporto</a>, Portugal’s second-largest city, and a three and a half hour train ride north from Lisbon.</p><p>More importantly, it’s the gateway to the <a href="http://iportugaltravel.com/douro-valley.html" target="_blank">Douro Valley’s</a> prized Port wine vineyards. ()</p><p>The valley is really spectacular, a “must see,” and certainly a absolute destination for any lover of Port.</p><p>The hills are carpeted with terraces of grape vines that rush and fall away, down toward the river’s banks.</p><p>The best way to take it all in is probably one of the many <a href="http://www.europeafloat.com/podo.htm" target="_blank">Douro River boat rides</a>, or the very charming, tiny steam train that winds through the valley.</p><p>If Vasco do Gama, Magellan and Henry the Navigator fortified themselves with Port, the country’s most famous product, it might have made their journeys less horrific.</p><p>But Port wasn’t created until the 17th century, and today it’s undergoing a renaissance. </p><p>This easy-going, southern European country produced navigational giants that dominated the sea routes of the world, and controlled colonies as diverse as Brazil and Angola. </p><p>But what it controls today is perhaps more precious.</p><p>According to international law, only Port produced in Portugal can be called “Port.” <br />And this sought after “liquid ruby” must come from one section and one section only of the land: the upper Douro Valley in the remote, north- east part of Portugal. </p><p>These are the demarcated Port vineyards of the world for this “<em>Vinho de Vida</em>,” wine of life.</p><p>Oporto itself is an elegant, old city, rich in Baroque cathedrals, winding, cobblestone streets, twisting alleys and huddled 17th century homes, still inhabited by the original families. </p><p>At night, it’s even more artfully lighted than Paris. <br /><br />The lighting scheme dramatically illuminates the old cornices and Rococo facades, and in the bright light of day, colorful bits of laundry wave in the breezes from the river. The city was declared a UNESCO site in 1996 because so much of the town is still authentic. </p><p>Sleek crafts slip silently along the river carrying oaken casks of Port on their open decks. Cafes line the river lifting silent toasts to the boatmen</p><p>At the various <a href="http://www.manorhouses.com/" target="_blank">quintas</a> (Port Wine estates) bare-footed groups of men and women crush the grapes in stone vats (lagares) accompanied by Portuguese musicians, and followed by a very happy celebration. </p><p><br /><strong>Primer on Port </strong></p><p>Port is wine to which a “grape spirit” has been added to “fortify” it. <br />Originally designed to protect the product during it’s long Atlantic sea voyage, the addition of the “grape spirit” also stops the fermentation process, allowing the Port to age without “turning,” resulting in a a full-bodied, rich beverage. </p><p>• Vintage Port (a premium at the liquor store) is aged in casks for two years, and further ages for between 10 and 50 years in the bottle Thus the price, and the delight. Vintage Port typically must be consumed within 3 days. </p><p>• Late Bottled Vintage (LBV) “rests” for 4-6 years in casks, is bottled and ready to drink. They don’t improve with age. </p><p>• Tawnys “rest” or age in casks between 10 and 40 years and are then bottled. However, the year of bottling for an authentic Tawny must be on the label as well as the vintage year. <br /> The classic “pairing” for full-bodied Port is cheese: blue cheeses such as Stilton or Roquefort in particular, or with desert at the end of the meal. </p><p>But truthfully, today’s Port aficionados are drinking it anytime and with whatever pleases them. </p><p>Saude!</p></div>Excursion To Giza Pyramids and Sakkara Sightseeing Tour From Alexandria porthttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/excursion-to-giza-pyramids-and2011-05-12T14:00:00.000Z2011-05-12T14:00:00.000ZEbrahimhttps://tripatini.com/members/Ebrahim<div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;">Morning time you will be picked up from your cruise at Alexandria port by your Egyptologist guide who will accompany you in an air conditioned van, drive around 3 hours to the famous Giza Plateau, home of Egypt signature attractions to visit the Great Pyramids, ONE of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world including the Great Pyramid of Cheops, middle pyramids of Chephren and the little one of Mykerinos and mysterious Sphinx, the Father of Terror for the ancient pharaohs, the tour includes visit to the valley temple facing the great sphinx. Then lunch will be served at good quality restaurant. Later on you will be transferred to Sakkara that is part of Memphis's massive necropolis, and the burial site of the most ancient Pharaohs where you will see the first pyramids ever built in Egypt "Step Pyramid of King Djoser that was designed by Imhotep, the ancient Egyptian architect, also you will some tombs which belongs to the high officials of Ti and Mereruca. Finally you will be escorted back to the cruise.<br /><br /></div><div class="sub_cat_header"><strong>Inclusions</strong></div><div class="sub_cat_header"></div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;">* Meet and greet service at Alexandria port<br /><br />* Assistance of our personal during tours<br /><br />* Transportation by private air-conditioned vehicle<br /><br />* Academic Egyptologist guide<br /><br />* Lunch at specialty restaurant in Cairo<br /><br />* Mineral water and soft drinks on board<br /><br />* Service charges and taxes included</div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"></div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"><a href="http://www.privatetoursinegypt.com/Egypt-Shore-Excursions/Alexandria-Shore-Trips/id_page503" target="_blank">>> Alexandria, Egypt shore excursions to Cairo sightseeing from Alexandria. Tours to Giza Pyramids from Alexandria. Cruise Trips to El Alamien from Alexandria port.</a></div></div>Shore Excursion To El Alamein and WW II Cemeteries From Alexandria Porthttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/shore-excursion-to-el-alamein2011-05-12T14:00:00.000Z2011-05-12T14:00:00.000ZEbrahimhttps://tripatini.com/members/Ebrahim<div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;">Get an over day trip to El Alamein from Alexandria port, approximately 110 Km away from Alexandria. To visit the World War II remains and cemeteries,( WW II Cemetery). El Alamein Battle was one of the most significant confrontations of this War. Your first stop during the shore excursion from Alexandria will be at the Military Museum including displays of weapons, military garb and tanks. Descriptions of the actions of Montgomery, Rommel and the others participated in the battle are also on display. Lunch break then continue to visit the WW II Cemeteries, located on the west of the town, on a small peninsula overlooking the sea. The citadel like cemeteries is the final resting place for Common wealth, Greek, Italian and German soldiers. Drive back to Alexandria to board your ship.</div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"></div><div class="sub_cat_header"><strong>Inclusions</strong></div><div class="sub_cat_header"></div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;">• All transfers by A-C van<br /><br />• Qualified Egyptologist guide<br /><br />• Soft drinks in the van<br /><br />• Entrance fees to the mentioned places<br /><br />• Lunch during tour at specialty restaurant</div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"></div><div class="sub_cat_header"><strong>Exclusions</strong></div><div class="sub_cat_header"></div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;">• Any extras not mentioned above</div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"></div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"><a href="http://www.privatetoursinegypt.com/Egypt-Shore-Excursions/Alexandria-Shore-Trips/id_page503" target="_blank">>> Alexandria, Egypt shore excursions to Cairo sightseeing from Alexandria. Tours to Giza Pyramids from Alexandria. Cruise Trips to El Alamien from Alexandria port.</a></div></div>Day Excursion To Rashid City Sightseeing From Alexandria Porthttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/day-excursion-to-rashid-city2011-05-12T14:00:00.000Z2011-05-12T14:00:00.000ZEbrahimhttps://tripatini.com/members/Ebrahim<div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;">Our representative will pick you up from Alexandria Port by the port exit door. Then transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle to Rashid (around hour and half) to visit the most historical and interesting place inside that beautiful city. At first start your tour with our qualified Egyptologist tour guide by visiting Qaitbey Fortress, resemble of the citadel of Qaitbey in Alexandria, it was built by sultan Qaitbey in 901 A.H. according to that mentioned by Ibn Elias. Then head to Rosetta National Museum which is considered one of the landmark of this eternal town, build inside one of the archaeological houses which dates back to the half of XVIII century. On your way passing the archaeological houses which reflect the architectural heritage of inherent. At the end of the tour to The Nile Mouth to enjoy watching the end of the course of The River Nile and ride felucca at the Nile. Drive back to cruise ship for departure.</div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"></div><div class="sub_cat_header"><strong>Inclusions</strong></div><div class="sub_cat_header"></div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;">* Pick up services from Alexandria Port & return<br /><br />* All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicles<br /><br />* Academic multi lingual Egyptologist guide<br /><br />* Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites<br /><br />* Mineral water during the tour<br /><br />* Lunch meal at local restaurant<br /><br />* All Service charges & taxes</div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"></div><div class="sub_cat_header"><strong>Exclusions</strong></div><div class="sub_cat_header"></div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;">* Any extras not mentioned in the program</div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"></div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"><a href="http://www.privatetoursinegypt.com/Egypt-Shore-Excursions/Alexandria-Shore-Trips/id_page503" target="_blank">>> Alexandria, Egypt shore excursions to Cairo sightseeing from Alexandria. Tours to Giza Pyramids from Alexandria. Cruise Trips to El Alamien from Alexandria port.</a></div></div>Red Sea Snorkeling Boat Trip and Shore Excursion From Safaga Porthttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/red-sea-snorkeling-boat-trip2011-05-01T16:00:00.000Z2011-05-01T16:00:00.000ZEbrahimhttps://tripatini.com/members/Ebrahim<div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;">No trip to Egypt would be complete without a day spent exploring the underwater world of the Red Sea. Shore excursion for cruise ships arriving to Safaga port, this snorkeling trip will take you to three spectacular sites where you can choose to jump in the water or simply lie on the decks and work on your tan. You will be collected from Safaga port and transferred to the port to board your boat for the day. Once everyone is onboard your crew will give you information about the sites you will be visiting and answer any questions about the day you may have. There will be three stops of approximately one hour throughout the day, the locations will depend on local conditions at the time. Pick up and drop off is available from Safaga port.</div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"></div><div class="sub_cat_header"><strong>Inclusions</strong></div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"> * All transfers with an air conditioned van<br /> * Meet at safaga port<br /> * Snorkeling instructor<br /> * Snorkeling equipment<br /> * Drinks<br /> * Lunch<br /> * Port pick up and drop off</div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"></div><div class="sub_cat_header"><strong>Exclusions</strong></div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;">* personal expenses<br />* Gratuities (recommended)</div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"></div><div class="sub_cat" style="line-height:17px;"><a href="http://www.privatetoursinegypt.com/Egypt-Shore-Excursions/Egypt-Shore-Excursions-From-Safaga-Port-and-Cruise-Trips/id_page511" target="_blank">>>Safaga, Egypt shore excursions to Luxor sightseeing from Safaga. Tours to Luxor from Safaga. Cruise Trips to Hurghada from Safaga Port</a></div></div>Cairo And Alexandria Overnight Shore Excursion From Alexandria Porthttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/cairo-and-alexandria-overnight2011-05-12T14:00:00.000Z2011-05-12T14:00:00.000ZEbrahimhttps://tripatini.com/members/Ebrahim<div><p><span style="font-weight:bold;">Day 1:</span> You will be met at Alexandria Port by our tour guide, then transfer via air-conditioned modern vehicle to Cairo. Pay a visit to the to the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion's body, which dates from the time of Chephren; the tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple, which belongs to the Pyramids of Chephren. Continue your excursion to the Egyptian Museum which features artifacts from the Pharaonic period. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented, including an exhibit dedicated to Tutankhamen collection of treasure, gold and jewelry which was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in the 1920s when his tomb was excavated.Enjoy lunch at local restaurant. after that you will be driven to your hotel, Overnight Cairo.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Day 2:</span> Breakfast in a hotel, travel via air-conditioned modern vehicle to Alexandria where you can see Catacomb which dates back to the early Roman period. It was discovered in 1900 after they had been looking for it for about 12 years. Continue to Qayetbay citadel, situated on the entrance to Alexandria eastern harbor where the place was exact of the famous Lighthouse. Enjoy Alexandria library from outside. Then having lunch through the tour. After that back to the cruise for your final departure.</p><p> </p><p><a href="http://www.privatetoursinegypt.com/Egypt-Shore-Excursions/Alexandria-Shore-Trips/id_page503" target="_blank">>> Alexandria, Egypt shore excursions to Cairo sightseeing from Alexandria. Tours to Giza Pyramids from Alexandria. Cruise Trips to El Alamien from Alexandria port.</a></p></div>