Posts Tagged ‘ gateway ’

12 reasons to visit Hamilton Island, Australia in 2012

January 29, 2012
By Island Tips

From prestigious events to world-class cultural encounters and fabulous natural attractions, here are 12 defining reasons to include Hamilton Island, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, in an Australian itinerary in 2012: JANUARY Visitors to Hamilton Island have over 60 activities to choose from including go-karting, bushwalking, ...
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Glimpses of the Galapagos, from a P2P Expert’s Perspective

December 9, 2011
By Island Tips

“We left with the feeling that we had made a difference,” wrote M.J. Savaiano, recapping her experience on the Gateway to Discovery and Treasures program. This summer, M.J. helped lead a national delegation to Ecuador and the renowned Galapagos Islands.
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Cyprus: Clubs, Countryside or Castles?

October 27, 2011
By Island Tips
Cyprus: Clubs, Countryside or Castles?

guest post by Ricky Durrance There are many so called gateways in the world. Countries where influences from different cultural and social worlds mix together to create a unique experience for visitors. For instance, Turkey is often referred to as the gateway to the East – ...
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How much would you pay to have Mickey take your family on vacation?

September 1, 2011
By Island Tips
How much would you pay to have Mickey take your family on vacation?

Adventures by Disney has new tours to Greece for 2012 (Courtesy Adventures by Disney) Adventures by Disney , the Mouse's escorted tour brand, has eliminated its lower-priced Gateway Collection for 2012. The Gateway Collection was launched last year as a handful of ...
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New Flights Between Australia and South America

August 17, 2011
By Island Tips
New Flights Between Australia and South America

Qantas Airlines announced yesterday in early 2012 Qantas will begin a new sevice to Santiago, Chile. Arriving in Santiago traveler's can make easy connects throughout the region including flights to the Galapagos Islands and Cusco, Peru the gateway to Machu Picchu.
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How to Explore Christchurch in a Day – Penguins, Punts and Cheese

August 12, 2011
By Island Tips

Christchurch in a Day ? Christchurch has an international reputation for being a vibrant, fun community with a lot of English flair. It has also traditionally served as the gateway to many other tourist destinations on the South Island including the gorgeous West
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Onboard Oceania Insignia: Hammerfest and Honningsvaarg, Norway

July 14, 2011
By Island Tips

We entered the small town of Hammerfest, Norway.?It’s an oil industry town, but also the gateway to the Sami culture.?The Sami are the native people of northern Norway, Finland and Russia.?They have a distinct culture including clothes, crafts and food.?It’s ...
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Travel to St. Louis, Missouri – Episode 285

June 18, 2011
By Island Tips

The Amateur Traveler talks to Rease Kirchner about her hometown of St. Louis Missouri. St. Louis is known for its iconic Arch and is known as the gateway to the west. Rease Related posts: Travel to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – Episode 259 Travel to Oahu, Hawaii – Episode 184 Travel to the Gulf Coast of...
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Win a Missouri Getaway!

April 29, 2011
By Island Tips

Missouri is one of our favorite family getaways!  And the winner of this contest gets to experience both Kansas City and St. Louis! St. Louis package for four includes: ~ Two nights in a St. Louis area hotel ~ Tram passes to the top of the Gateway Arch ~ One-hour cruise ...
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Four Reasons to Get a Rental Car When Staying in Picton

January 23, 2011
By Island Tips

Picton is the gateway to New Zealand's stunning South Island. Get a rental car to discover local vineyards, city shopping, wearable art and earthquakes.
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