Tahiti - Swim in a fish-filled lagoon, take a jeep safari through the islands' lush interiors or enjoy enchanting landscapes from your private villa on a sun-drenched beach. Whether you do everything or nothing at all, a honeymoon in Tahiti is proof that you don't need to wait until the next life to experience paradise...Read More
Seychelles - Boarding the plane at Johannesburg International Airport was an exciting experience for me. The sun was shining and the passengers were dressed in brightly coloured clothes. I've always associated aeroplanes with the beginning of a holiday to an exotic location far, far away. The excitement in our party of nine adults and three children was tangible. We were going on the holiday of a lifetime. We were flying to a tiny island paradise in the Indian Ocean called the Seychelles to spend a week on a houseboat cruising around the islands. None of us had ever been to such an exotic location... Read More
Malaysia - Sipadan Island - Reputably one of the best diving spots in the world, the uniqueness of Sipadan Island lies in its geographic makeup. Lying on top of a volcanic seamount, Sipadan Island is the only oceanic island in Malaysia. As this volcano rises steeply over 1600 feet from the seabed, many of the dive sites here consist of steep walls or drop-offs. In addition, the entire reef area of 513 acres functions as the habitat for soft and hard corals, as well as home to over 3000 species of fish. Hawksbill and green turtles are common in Sipadan. In fact, it is not surprising for divers to meet 70 turtles on each dive!...Read More
Philippines - Make Your Holiday Truly Special - Philippines is one of the most compelling and attracting tourist destinations not only in Asia but the whole world. It is an archipelago nation located in Southeast Asia and it is as charming a destination you can ever imagine...Read More
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There's no question that Tahiti is the stuff of myths and legends. Fletcher Christian in 'Mutiny on the Bounty' and the painter Paul Gauguin's velvety primitivism provide ample proof of the mystique associated with this earthly paradise. But seeing such an Eden is not the only reason to visit this vast region. There's another. "Black Pearls". Cultured in French Polynesia since the 70's, these rare pearls are a treasure worthy of an overseas expedition. But before you pack that outrigger canoe, get some unique insights about these gems from an expert...Read More
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