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Fun with Cruise Boats in Maldives

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Wake up to the sound of the waves while residing in the amazing Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas one of the top Maldives Resorts available. The beautiful setup, the amazing hospitality and the modern services makes it stand out from other Maldives Spa Resorts.

The best way to explore all the Maldives islands is taking a cruise on the crystal clear water surrounding the islands. The different cruise boats have different accommodating sizes so depending on your crowd boats can be selected. All these boats are staffed by highly experienced staff members, so always it’s safe and entertaining in the same time. While on the cruise add more colour to it by doing some fishing or by diving into the clear blue sea.

Skim the Waters of the Caribbean – Learn to Kitesurf in Caribbean

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The Caribbean, a region located southeast of the Gulf of Mexico, is home to many island states. Known for its unique culture, the Caribbean region consists of nations such as Jamaica, Puerto Rico, Trinidad and Tobago, Bahamas and Dominican Republic, mostly known for their stunning coastal features and vibrant lifestyles. Many tourists visit this region due to its warm tropical climate and scenic beauty, which is soothing and relaxing.

The folk of the Caribbean are closely associated with coastal activities, which have given rise to a variety of aqua sports taking place on the warm turquoise waters of the Caribbean. One of the most exciting aqua sports taking prominence in the Caribbean currently is kite surfing, an adrenaline pumping water sport, ideal for anyone who loves thrills and speed on the water.

Kite surfing involves gliding through the waters while holding on to a kite which is pushed along by coastal winds, and offers people a change to skim through the waters at an exciting speed. The tropical Caribbean climate and its warm waters make it ideal for hours of fun in the sun, making it the perfect location for seaside activities. The waters of the Caribbean are usually gentle with occasional patches of choppy water, and moderate winds ranging from 15 – 25 knots. Therefore the Caribbean is an excellent place to learn how to kite surf! There are many places in the region that offer kite surfing lessons with experts on kite surfing who will not only teach you the basics, but also teach you the daring art of launching yourself off the water while riding a wave; known as ‘catching air’, but this is only if your skills are good enough! Surfing these waters is both refreshing and exciting and is sure to be a whole lot of fun, so make sure you visit the Caribbean’s many kite surfing schools if you’re in the area.

One of the most prestigious and exclusive luxury resorts in the Caribbean is the Parrot Cay Turks & Caicos. This award winning resort belongs to the COMO Group of luxury resorts and offers accommodation uniquely styled and tranquil rooms, suits and villas, elegantly furnished to sooth and relax. Offering holistic wellness facilities, exquisite cuisine, intriguing leisure services and other offers, this resort is one of the most acclaimed and serene Turks and Caicos luxury resorts.

Ripping the Waves of Australia – Surfing in Bondi Beach

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Sydney, the capital city of the state of New South Wales in Australia, is one of the most developed and popular cities in the world. With a population of over 4.5 million people, this urban city is known for its vibrant culture and unique attractions. Sydney has gained a reputation for its development in performing arts and entertainment, while also being home to a multitude of cultural and leisure attractions and landmarks.

One of Australia’s most popular beaches is Bondi Beach, which also happens to be the closest beach to Sydney. Stretching approximately one kilometre, this golden sandy beach is a popular spot amongst the youth and tourists who visit the beach for some fun in the sand and sun. Bondi Beach is also a landmark in the local surfing scene, and is an excellent place to learn to surf.

The moderate climate, deep blue Ocean, and great waves make Bondi Beach a dream location for any surfer wishing to spend hours on the water, riding the waves of Australia. The waves on this beach are suitable for surfers of any level of skill and experience, as there are areas on the beach specially dedicated to novice surfers. If you are a veteran and looking for the larger waves, then head over to South Bondi, where the swells are rough and you can be guaranteed to have an awesome time! Mostly, surfers at Bondi use short-boards to rip the waves that crash on the beach. There are many popular surf shops on the Beach such as Beached at Bondi, Surf’s Up, and Surfworld which offer surfing equipment and surfer merchandise. You can even head on down to Lets’ Go Surfing – Surf School and take a few lessons on how to rip through the waves. All in all, surfing at Bondi Beach is sure to be a great experience, only further enhanced by the unique surfer culture of the beach.

Located at the heart of Rocks is the luxurious and exclusive The Langham Sydney, a boutique hotel Sydney. Belonging to reputed The Langham group of hotels, this hotel offers accommodation in 96 plush and elegantly furnished rooms and suites, in addition to a host of luxury amenities and facilities. The many wellness services and exquisite restaurants of this hotel Sydney are sure to make your stay one of tranquillity and satisfaction.

Ride the Currents and Torrents – Whitewater Rafting in Ubud

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Located amidst sprawling paddy fields and beautiful ravines is the city of Ubud in Bali Indonesia. Known for its blissful natural beauty and relaxed culture Ubud is a popular tourist destination amongst travellers wishing to get in touch with nature, spirituality and the culture of Bali. Ubud is popular for its hospitality industry as well as its many recreational and nature activities and attractions.

One of the most exciting and refreshing activities that one can engage in Ubud is white-water rafting. This is one of the most thrilling and fun filled sports in the world, which offers one the opportunity to ride the rapids, swells and torrents of rivers at great speeds. Due to Ubud’s natural beauty and untarnished rivers and forests, white-water rafting in Ubud is sure to be a memorable experience.

Many tourists and visitors of Ubud embark on a white-water rafting tour as it is an excellent way to discover the amazing natural beauty of the area while also having a bit of fun. The most popular river in the area for white-water rafting is the Ubud Ayung River; which is roughly 12km in length. Paddling down this river assures you a rafting experience which lasts for roughly two hours. Along the path of the river one can witness lush green forests, beautiful rice terraces and hidden waterfall. The river is known for some thrilling Class 2+ rapids which are sure to add some excitement to your white-water rafting experience along the Ubud Ayung. There are many tour companies in Bali who offer these tours along the Ubud Ayung, such as Ayung River Rafting, Bali Adventure Tours, Bali Bagus Tours, and SOBEK Adventure Rafting. Therefore for a thrilling adventure through the currents of the Ayung, make sure you takepart in this activity while in Ubud.

Tucked away amidst picturesque hillsides and rice fields, is the luxury Ubud hotel, the Uma Bali. Offering the warm hospitality and traditions of the COMO Group of Hotels and Resorts, this luxury hotel Bali offers 29 rooms and suites which are furnished to sooth and comfort. The hotel also offers a variety of restaurants, wellness facilities and recreational services, making it ideal for a tranquil retreat, away from the hassle of everyday life.

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