Caribbean Cruise: An Enchanting Experience Written by Colin Hartness
A Caribbean cruise is world’s most popular cruise. The Caribbean islands are a dream destination and journey is equally out of world. The island chains with a delightful combination of modernity and natural resources are a heady mix. If you are a nature lover used to modern way of life Caribbean islands and Caribbean cruise are perfect getaways for you. A Caribbean cruise takes you to a land of lush vegetation, beautiful beaches and dense forests. Amidst luxuries of modern resort, you have good fortune of experiencing richness of immaculate nature reserves. You witness nature in all its glory be it Puerto Rico’s dense rain forest or nesting grounds of flamingos on Bonaire’s beaches. The pleasant climate of Caribbean is just perfect for a swim in sea, snorkeling or just basking on beach. It is an ideal location for a nature or outdoor lover. Caribbean cruises have their distinctive charm and characteristic appeal. The islands have a warm climate with some of world’s best beaches, exquisite marine life along with amazing coral reef and exceptionally clean seas. Shopping is also an interesting feature with duty free prices. The Caribbean cruises offer a wide choice for travelers from a two-day trip to a long voyage. It is up to you to choose which one you want to take. The Caribbean comprises of eastern, western and southern Caribbean. A seven days cruise lets you explore varied flavor of these regions their culture, history and its people in general. Somewhere you find French influence at another port you find British while you may come across Spanish resemblances all interwoven in Caribbean style, a distinctive blend.
| | Mexico's Riviera Maya: A Beautiful Beach Resort DestinationWritten by Barry deCocq
Travelers who are looking for a fantastic all-inclusive resort destination that is priced far below most tropical destinations in and around Caribbean should look into Mexico’s Riviera Maya. This area has fast become a very popular tropical vacation getaway for travelers from around world. The Riviera Maya is located on Caribbean side of Mexico and encompasses stretch of coastline ranging from about 5 miles to 60 miles south of Cancun. Don’t be misled into thinking that because you fly into Cancun to get to Riviera Maya that it is anything like Cancun and its spring break, party-like atmosphere…it is far from it. The Riviera Maya has been set aside by Mexican government as a semi-protected area, and as such it cannot become touristy, high-rise resort type of destination you find in Cancun hotel zone. Resorts can only be built 3-stories or less in height and they have to be constructed to embrace surrounding vegetation, wildlife, and topography. It is a much more family-friendly and romantic vacation destination. Resorts in Riviera Maya are primarily all-inclusive properties. Because of remote locations of many of properties there are very few offsite dining areas. All-inclusive resorts give traveler benefit of having everything paid for prior to their arrival. All meals, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), non-motorized watersports, and other amenities are included in package prices. The more upscale all-inclusive resorts of 4-star and higher quality typically have many different restaurant options ranging from buffet to world-class a la carte cuisine….all-included! Some of more popular resort chains in Riviera Maya include Iberostar Resorts, Palace Resorts, and Secrets Resorts & Spas. Resorts run anywhere from more family-related types of properties or resorts for budget-minded to very upscale adults-only spa resorts.
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