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When any person talks about the Royal Bengal Tigers and the most charismatic location on the planet Earth then it is sure that we are talking about none of the other place other than Sunderbans. Sunedarbans National Park is situated in the Paragans district of West Bengal in India. This place is made up of 54 small islands which are crisscrossed by several distributaries of the Ganges. This National Park extends to a vast area of 6526 sq miles. There are many Sundari trees in this forest that’s

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50 Cool Facts About South Africa

One of the furthest continents from Russia is Africa. But I am magnificantly attracted there...so, let's see the highlights: http://tours-tv.com/ru/south_africa

 

1. Table Mountain in Cape Town is believed to be one of the oldest mountains in the world.

2. The world is divided into six floral kingdoms. All these kingdoms encompass several countries, and in some cases, several continents. South Africa, which has a floral kingdom wholly contained within the country, is the one exception. The Cape F

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9/11 and Travel, Ten Years On

9008652064?profile=originalOn the lovely morning of September 11, 2001, I was working as usual in my 7th Avenue Manhattan office as executive editor of Arthur Frommer's Budget Travel, when thanks to somebody over on the publishing side with a dinky in-office TV came word that a plane had hit the north tower of the World Trade Center. As we sat there increasingly nervous yet numbed, trying to continue to work with one eye on the news, one editorial assistant admitted to me at one point, "people here are scared, they don't

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Day 1 – Bujumbura
Arrive in Bujumbura and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax after your flight. Overnight Hotel club du lac Tanganyika

Day 2 – Bujumbura-Mwaro falls.
After breakfast we visit Rusizi national park where a possible boat ride in Rusizi river will let you explore closer the hippo, numerous birds and the joining point between Rusizi River and Lake Tanganyika .Visit Buyenzi muslim city with its different activities mecanics,local general goods market , the maus

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Kaziranga is one of the most momentous natural habitats for conservation of biological biodiversity in India. The park has been established for the conservation of horned Indian rhinoceros and other wild lives in the north east India. The park area consists of 429.93 sq kilometer with an additional area of 429.40 sq kilometer and is situated in two districts of Assam golaghat and nagaon. All the values, motive and criteria have made Kaziranga National Park inscribed it in the world heritage site

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Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

Manuel Antonio is cataloged as one of the main tourist destinations in Costa Rica. One of the most usual itineraries chosen by tourists is the Arenal-Monteverde-Manuel Antonio, having this last one as the perfect choice for their beach part of the trip.
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This popularity has been gained thanks to the number of elements composing this very favorite destination. First of all, the biodiversity of wildlife is incredible, with the primary and secondary tropical forests and a very large number of animal

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Cameroon Lobe Waterfalls

Lobe Waterfalls are known as one the waterfalls falling directly to the sea. Well it is funny definition. Waterfalls are nice more cascades than classic water fall. Local people are taking shower here, washing clothes. It is their water source. I watch the scenery which is full of green color by surrounding forest. Small birds, fishermen. Idyllic spot.I want to take tour on the Lobe River and visit some Pygmy village. I know that it is standard tourist trip but I know that I have no time and mon
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9008644889?profile=originalThe smallest national park in Costa Rica has something big to brag about: it was just named in the top 10 national parks in the world Forbes Magazine.  Manuel Antonio is a pristine rainforest park and includes five secluded beaches.  During a visit, you will see sloths, a variety of monkeys (watch out! They'll steal your food!), toucans, intricate tropical flowers, the occassional boa lazily resting on a branch and a variety of colorful birds.  The beaches are among the most beautiful in Central

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A large number of travelers all over the world would desire to have a gorilla tour; the criticism happens to be how the expense of a gorilla trip is much more than the common amount of money you would spend on a safari in Africa. For the reason that, you may only see the mountain gorillas in Uganda and Rwanda, One particular permit per client costs USD 500. Ask yourself how would you go to see these endangered species without having to spend a lot of your money.

The first guideline is book sooner
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Located in the district of Sawai Madhopur, in Rajasthan, Ranthambore is one of the biggest national parks in India, protecting the Royal Bengal Tigers. Ranthambore was maharajas’ favorite hunting ground in olden days. Presently the park is a famous tourist spot attracting wildlife photographers and lovers alike to spend exciting holidays. Spread over a vast area of 1,334 square kilometers, Ranthambore is home to the wildest predators. Watching them live in action, in their natural habitat is a v

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Going on Safari in Kenya

When one thinks of a kenya adventure safari, one thinks of Africa and African Home Adventure Safaris Kenya and Tanzania, specifically east Africa. Immediately images of wildlife, the sun, endless golden terrain, exotic flora and fauna, tropical sandy beaches, strong smiling people with mystical lifestyles and traditions all come to mind. The beauty of the bush and excitement of a kenya adventure safari are what makes an African safari such a magical experience.

To just give you a taste of Kenyan

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IMG_8411.JPG?width=250In East Africa, bordered not just by Sudan to its north but also the Central African Republic, the Congo (the one that used to be Zaire), Ethiopia, Kenya, and Uganda, this continent’s newly born 54th country and the world’s 258th is admittedly a hard case.  A largely black land of traditional religions, and some degree of Christianity, embroiled in civil war with the Sudan’s Muslim Arab rulers for most of the past half century, South Sudan has a population (thought to be around 8 million) that's

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Top Wildlife Touring in India

India is a hub of forest reserves. For all those in search of adventure as well as peace of mind, India is best option. There are a variety of national parks and sanctuaries in India worth exploring. People from across the world come to India to experience adventure and peace at the same time. These forest reserves are rich in flora and fauna. There is wide variety of animal and plant species residing here. You can find rarest of rare species of plants, animals and birds in these national parks.

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India is a hub of forest reserves. For all those in search of adventure as well as peace of mind, India is best option. There are a variety of national parks and sanctuaries in India worth exploring. People from across the world come to India to experience adventure and peace at the same time. These forest reserves are rich in flora and fauna. There is wide variety of animal and plant species residing here. You can find rarest of rare species of plants, animals and birds in these national parks.

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Here is what "Naturalist Journeys" says about Jamaica:

 " Jamaica.  Beautiful migrant warblers in fresh spring plumage hanging out in the Wild Orchid tree by the pool. Long white sand beaches, colorful characters, the vibrancy of life. (Narca's) pick for the cutest bird of the trip is the Jamaican Tody, which reminds her of the Tody Motmot she loves in Belize and Panama. The Tody family (Todidae) is one of two families unique to the Caribbean.  

 

Don't Miss this one!! We find Jamaica very exciting

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Get Lost, Go Local!

9008630271?profile=originalIt’s a personal belief so powerful that I sometimes find it hard not to be preachy. Or to ignore others’ lidded gazes, warily gauging me like I’m a circus barker purveying foul-smelling hair tonic. I really must therefore ask: Can anyone explain why many travellers roll their eyes when asked about the value of local or community-based travel (CBT)?

 

Is it that we can’t work around the same compost-rich uncertainty that also gives ecotourism a bad name despite the growing mass of evidence to the c

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One of my favourite places visited on my recent trip to South Africa was Grootbos Nature Reserve.

I was expecting a very rustic lodge type property with basic service and how I was wrong! Grootbos is set within a 23 hectare Milkwood forest and it is stunning. It was originally a farm with some decrepit outbuildings subsequently bought by a Capetonian for a ‘project’ in the 90s and it has grown since then.

The first thing you notice is its very modern building hidden within the thick forest and the

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Ranthambore is known worldwide for its tiger reserves. It attracts a huge number of tourists each year for the same reason. There are many hotels in Ranthambore that suit the budget as well as tastes of all kind of travelers. Ranthambore hotels are broadly classified into deluxe hotels, luxury hotels, and budget hotels that are nestled in the middle of wilderness for all adventure seekers. These hotels provide peaceful and comfortable atmosphere and serve delicious food spanning many cuisines of

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Named after Jim Corbett—a famous hunter, Jim Corbett National Park is among India's oldest national parks. Every year, it attracts a huge number of tourists from national as well as international vicinity. Popular inhabitants of the park include tigers, leopards, crocodiles, elephants, wild boars, spotted deer and truly beautiful and unique chirping birds. While on tour to this great park, do ensure to have ultimate accommodation to add grace and comfort to your trip.


Famous Corbett Resorts 
Here,

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