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It’s South Beach vs. Long Island City in The Hotel Name & Logo Game

Island Tips — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:54:58 +0000

Rooftop spaces at Z Ocean Hotel and Z Hotel New York We didn’t really notice that the names of the Z Ocean Hotel South Beach and Long Island City, New York’s Z Hotel were so similar. Or, at least, it didn’t bother us. But it sure did get up Z Ocean’s …

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February finds: new Smith hotels in Fiji, Cambodia, Bali and London

Island Tips — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:57:28 +0000

In an attempt to shake off that northern cold snap, and ease back-to-work woes in the south, we’re dishing up a host of hot new Smith hotels in Fiji, Siem Reap, Bali and London. Honeymoon hotspot Namale Resort & Spa (above), in Fiji’s tropical north…

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Into the Wild: Distant Islands

Island Tips — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:31:22 +0000

This week at Into the Wild it’s island week: and asking what does the future hold for the Earth’s islands. Today we’re setting off to discover the top ten most remote islands on our lovely planet. These islands couldn’t be further removed from the hustle…

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Who Goes to Antarctica?

Island Tips — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 20:37:19 +0000

It’s not your every day cruiser that sets sail to Antarctica. It’s not exactly the first destination that springs to mind when planning your vacation. Dave and I have made it our chance to step foot on the 7th continent and as adventure lovers …

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Playa Blanca, Couples Guide

Island Tips — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:03:31 +0000

The newest resort in Lanzarote is Playa Blanca , which translates to the white beach and is situated in the South of the island. The resort caters for families but for this article we will focus on what there is to do for couples. There is a great range of accommodation in Playa Blanca. …

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Grand Circle Cruise Line Adds New Mediterranean Cruise Tours

Island Tips — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 01:47:34 +0000

Grand Circle Cruise Line – a Boston-based company operating a fleet of more than 60 privately owned river cruise ships and small ocean-going vessels in Europe, Russia, China, and South America – has announced three new Mediterranean itineraries for its fall schedule. The small ship…

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Camping under the stars… — Fraser Island, Australia

Island Tips — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:26:16 +0000

Aimee’s South East Asia Adventure

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Freedom to roam: The coastal beauty of Kaikoura

Island Tips — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:10:32 +0000

“The chowder isn’t the type you have back in the States” I am warned. The brunette woman working the oceanfront seafood cart has detected my accent and is concerned I won’t like her steaming bowl of mollusks. “There isn’t much cream, just freshly made broth mixed with massive…

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Swimming with dolphins on Kangaroo Island

Island Tips — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:10:28 +0000

Swimming with dolphins is a must-do on many people’s bucket list, and it’s easy to achieve on Kangaroo Island, South Australia. Swimming with dolphins on Kangaroo Island by Linda Martin was originally published on Indie Travel Podcast ( find in iTunes ). …

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Lonely Planet Ecuador Galapagos Islands

Island Tips — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 01:02:36 +0000

Climb the snow-capped peak of Volcn Chimborazo, the most distant point from the center of the Earth. Get up close and personal with capuchin monkeys in the central plaza of Misahuall. Step back in time at Ingapirca, Ecuadors finest example of Inca architecture. Take in the…

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