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Learn About Madagascar’s History at Antananarivo’s Rova Palace Complex

January 27, 2012
By Island Tips
Learn About Madagascar’s History at Antananarivo’s Rova Palace Complex

While a Madagascar tour is a great nature travel experience, there are other things to see and do there as well, and checking out some of the man-made sites can mix things up on a trip to the African island. In the heart of the oldest part of ...
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See Turkey’s Underwater Treasures

January 12, 2012
By Island Tips
See Turkey’s Underwater Treasures

When archaeologists began digging off the coasts of Turkey in the 1960s, they found what are now determined to be some of the oldest shipwrecks from the Bronze Age. read more
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Folk art trail leads an enthusiast to Guatemala – NorthJersey.com

November 27, 2011
By Island Tips
Folk art trail leads an enthusiast to Guatemala – NorthJersey.com

NorthJersey.com Folk art trail leads an enthusiast to Guatemala NorthJersey.com Casa de los Gigantes, 7 Calle Oriente No.18, Antigua — One of the oldest shops in town, worth a visit just to see its gigantes — giant folk art figures — some of which are for sale. 011-502-7-832-0685, casadelosgigantes.
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Folk art trail leads an enthusiast to Guatemala – NorthJersey.com

November 27, 2011
By Island Tips
Folk art trail leads an enthusiast to Guatemala – NorthJersey.com

NorthJersey.com Folk art trail leads an enthusiast to Guatemala NorthJersey.com Casa de los Gigantes, 7 Calle Oriente No.18, Antigua — One of the oldest shops in town, worth a visit just to see its gigantes — giant folk art figures — some of which are for sale. 011-502-7-832-0685, casadelosgigantes.
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A St. Thomas Eco Adventure

October 30, 2011
By Island Tips

Just outside of St. Thomas, in the U.S. Virgin Islands, sits Hassel Island, a historic slip of 135 acres that was originally a peninsula that formed the busiest port in the Caribbean.  Now a part of the U.S. Virgin Islands National Park, Hassel Island boasts four historical structures as well as...
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Plantation House in the Horizons and Cottages reveals history of 300 years ago

September 19, 2011
By Island Tips

One of the oldest plantation estates of Bermuda which was built in some 300 years ago, is now the paradise of the Caribbean Island. This beautiful retreat, Horizons and Cottages, offers a peerless view of the nearby ocean and the countryside beauty in the backdrop.
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Mount Gay Rum Tropical Passion Cocktail Recipe – Boat Drinks

September 14, 2011
By Island Tips

After one sip, you’ll arrive in the port of indecision. Mount Gay Rum, those words flow off the tongue almost as easily as the sweet nectar flows on to it. As most of you know the Mount Gay Rum distillers claim they...
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Cruise ship photo tour: The charm of the Celebrity Century

September 7, 2011
By USA Today

The 71,545-ton vessel is the oldest in the Celebrity fleet but still has a lot of fans.
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Bermuda holidays: Step into a Fifties time warp with Lennon and afternoon tea

July 24, 2011
By Island Tips
Bermuda holidays: Step into a Fifties time warp with Lennon and afternoon tea

Famed for its notorious Triangle, Bermuda is the oldest British Overseas Territory. Frank Barrett loses himself on the trail of John Lennon and enjoys cucumber sandwiches and scones on the way
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Kaua’i’s Koloa Heritage Trail

March 27, 2011
By Island Tips

As the oldest Hawaiian island, Kaua’i  harbors the essence of traditional Hawaiian culture and history.  Under the surface of the stunning vistas and jaw-dropping natural wonders, Kaua’i offers glimpses of the rich heritage of  the Hawaiian people.  These sites are...
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