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Ecuador’s parliament begins debate on amendments to law on Galapagos Islands

February 6, 2012
By Island Tips
Ecuador’s parliament begins debate on amendments to law on Galapagos Islands

A Commission of Ecuador's National Assembly today began debate on a draft amendment to the special law that applies in the Galapagos Islands, which includes regulations for tourism in the archipelago declared Natural Patrimony of Humanity.
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Eighth Island Challenge, 18 & 19th February 2012

February 6, 2012
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Eighth Island Challenge, 18 & 19th February 2012

La Graciosa is entering the sports calendar for this year with a new event called Desafío Octava Isla, the Eighth Island Challenge. The event has been designed to challenge athletes with a combination of a sprint triathlon cross and trail running over two days, it is also open to individuals who would like...
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Hilton Head: Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort Is Now An Omni

February 3, 2012
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Hilton Head: Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort Is Now An Omni

Omni Hotels has been busy down in South Carolina securing the re-branding of its newest property: the Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort . Changes to the hotel will come gradually: starting first with the name change. Though Omni's sibling company, Allegiance Hospitality, has managed the ...
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Endangered Species Monkeys Around in Borneo’s Jungles

February 1, 2012
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Endangered Species Monkeys Around in Borneo’s Jungles

International Expeditions’ Borneo tour is ideal for those fascinated by the natural world. One of the world's oldest rainforests is located on this Pacific island, and World Wildlife Fund reports that there are at least 100 endemic species of mammals, birds and...
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Chillax On Princess Margaret Beach On Bequia – Island Lime Videos

December 30, 2011
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Bequia is a gem in the Grenadine Islands and one of the things that make it shine is Princess Margaret Beach. Today’s Island Lime Video deposits you onto the sands of this natural beach. If it were anymore real, you’d ...
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The Alluring Destination of Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Land

December 20, 2011
By Island Tips

Looking for a great vacation and don’t know where to go? We have the perfect place where you are sure to enjoy every moment and bask in the natural beauty of the great Island country of New Zealand. It is … Continue reading
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Visit one of the Oldest African Sub Saharan Cities, Djenne

December 7, 2011
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Founded in 800-AD, Djenne in Mali is among the Africa’s oldest sub-Saharan cities and is situated on a Niger River Delta’s island. The city used to be the natural hub for the traders who used to transport their goods between …
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Rennell Island World Heritage Site Tours Find Equilibrium in the Solomon Islands

December 7, 2011
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Deep in the South Pacific, in the Solomon Islands, is an atoll called Rennell Island. Like so many other natural World Heritage Sites that have gained UNESCO recognition for their unique biogeography, Rennell faces a dilemma: It wants to realise its high potential for ecotourism, but this can only happen if the infrastructure remains...
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10 days, 10 states: Introducing Tallulah Gorge and the Seven Natural Wonders of…Georgia?

November 21, 2011
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10 days, 10 states: Introducing Tallulah Gorge and the Seven Natural Wonders of…Georgia?

Filed under: Hiking , History , Learning , Paddling , Stories , North America , United States "Oh Georgia, take me to your Southlands. I sometimes feel that life has passed me by. Oh Georgia, lead me through your heartlands, I need to see them one more time before I die" -Elton John-...
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Maldives Announces New Nation Brand

November 18, 2011
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(BANGKOK, November 2011) – A new nation brand for the Republic of Maldives, has been unveiled in the island nation’s capital, Male. The logo and “Always Natural” tagline, developed by QUO Keen, was approved by President Mohamed Nasheed at a full...
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