31 Mart 2009 Salı

Best 20 Surfing Destinations In The World.
















For surfers, only surfing can give a person the joy of unity with nature, you can feel yourself the same part of sea-life as dolphins. This addictive sport is a unique art of gliding on the waves. So you need great waves. Here are the best 20 surfing spots in the world;

1. Hawaii
USA
Hawaii has dangerous waves of the oceans on a background of stunning beauty. On the northern coast of the island(North Shore) , Oahu and Maui are the most alluring places for surfers. Waikiki Beach in Honolulu is ideal for beginners. Incredibly dangerous "Banzai Pipe", a unique curling wave that is formed between the coastal reefs. Banzai Pipeline has some of the best and dangerous waves in the world.

2. Gold Coast
Australia
Surfing is an essential part of the local way of life in Australia. Australia has many of the best beaches and best waves. Gold Coast is one of them, surfers paradise with 80 km of beaches and great waves. And also Margaret River is an amazing spot that you can see waves up to 15 feet.

3. California
USA
In California you can find big waves in many places like the mountains of Maverick’s. If you want to have some fun you can go to Santa Cruz and Half Moon Bay which are offer good waves but not big ones. The other places are Malibu, Oceanside, Rincon and Steamer Lane.

4. Mentawai Islands
Indonesia
Indonesia was created for easy and fascinating surfing by nature. Add to this exotic culture and the amazing beauty of nature - Indonesia is a real paradise for lovers of the ocean. Mentawai Islands is one of the most consistent surf destinations in the world.

5. Jeffreys Bay
South Africa
Jeffreys Bay is a great chocie for surfers with its blue flag beaches such as Supertubes, Magna Tubes, Boneyards, Albatross... And also it hosts the annual Billabong Pro World Champion Tour on its beach Supertubes.

6. Mundaka
Spain
One of the most famous surf spots in the world. You can have a smooth ride and have fun but this place offers danger too. So ıf you are beginner try easier spots, Mundaka is only for experienced surfers.

7. Bundoran Town
Ireland
Ireland incredibly attractive for walking, but also is a great place to ride on the waves. The best places to surf in the country lie in the west. Bundoran town is the informal capital of surfing in Ireland. And also Kharabi Island has incredibly difficult waves.

8. La Libertad and El Sunzal
El Salvador
There are ideal kinds of waves for long rides here.You can find one of the best point breaks in the America in the Punta Roca area of La Libertad and El Sunzal. El Salvador surfing areas are not very crowded so many surfers visiting these places to be alone with nature.

9. Playa Naranjo
Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a legendary surfing location. There are many surf spots. You can find the best waves of the country in Playa Naranjo. Especially advanced surfers prefer here because of the great waves year round.

10. Santa Catarina
Brazil
Santa Catarina has a great number of beach resorts. You can find good surfing places such as Santinho, Mocambique, Joaquina Beach. The main disadvantage is in Brazilia , the beaches are so crowded.

11. Puerto Escondido
Mexico
Mexico has very interesting waves and a lot of beaches. You can find one of the heaviest beach breaks in the world in Puerto Escondido. Very dangerous waves only for experienced surfers.

12. La Herradura
Peru
Thanks to ocean currents water is surprisingly cold here despite the proximity to the equator. It is possible that Polynesians brought surfing to South America in ancient times. There are many places for world class surfing. La Herradura Beach is located in the city of Lima. Only for the advanced surfers.

13. Fuerteventura
Spain
The second biggest island of Canary Islands. Sea urchins, great Atlantic swells and strong winds, only for experienced surfers.

14. Samoa
A rich Polynesian culture, warm water, a tropical island paradise and huge quality waves. The best time to roll is from April to October.

15. Tavarua
Fiji
Tavarua has a beautiful scenery and a breathtaking coral reef. This place is less crowded than the other premier surf spots. Surfing on Tavarua Island consists of three unique reef breaks: Cloudbreak, Restaurants and Tavarua Rights.

16. The Surf Retreat at Playa Maderas
The Maldives
It is a tropical island paradise and it has a similar surf season like Indonesia. This one of the most popular surf destination main features 5-8 feet waves and warm water. The other famous surf destination in Maldives is Eagle Ray Liveaboard, this place is really quite and peaceful.

17. Bali
Indonesia
This Indonesian's largest tourist destination is a great place for surfers too. When you want a break from surfing you can go shopping or do something else. Great waves, cheap food, friendly locals, warm weather- Bali is a amazing place with many fantastic surfing locations.

18.Teahupoo
Tahiti
One of the sites of the annual Billabong World Championship Tour. 90% of professional surfers had visited here at least once. You can have a real difficult test with the Tahitian waves.

19. Hossegor
France
There are quality surfing waves in West Coast.You can find world class beachbreaks here. Specially popular for its offshore winds of late summer and fall.

20. Lisbon
Portugal
Portugal is one of the popular destinations for every level of surfer. Lisbon offers world class surf that matches anywhere in the world, a great variety of swell sizes and waves.There are many excellent surfing spots and surf camps. Enjoy from great variety of waves and delicous seafood.

The View Hotel In Monument Valley.

















The View Hotel is the first and only hotel inside The Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park. From the windows of most suites a perfect view of one of the main phenomena of the park - the world famous rock under the name "Mittens".You’ve probably seen The Mittens in westerns. In addition, the type of sky is also worthy to be commended - especially you can enjoy from the rooms on the third floor. All rooms have balconies that provide a good overview of the desert. The hotel will organize trips that are guides of the Navajo Nation. The unique Navajo landscape, Red Navajo Desert, green and natural hotel(even linens in the hotel 100% cotton with no synthetics) and the panoramic view of the famous formations of Monument Valley waiting for travelers.

Buddha Bar In Kiev.















The world's first "Buddha-bar" was opened in 1996 in Paris. In 2008 opened in one of the most cult places of the world - in Kiev. Buddha Bar is a unique project of the Raymond Visan. Delicious Asian menu, conceptual music, ambiance of a SPA resort and huge statues of the Buddha. Rod Stewart, Madonna, Johnny Depp, Cameron Diaz and Jennifer Lopez are permanent customers of any "Buddha-bar" of the world. Total surface area of lounge-restaurant is 1400 square meters, and it has more than 350 persons capacity. Music is a unique mix of Western and Oriental motifs, as in the menu, prepared by French chef du Manyu including spicy chicken soup with shitake mushrooms, black cod miso sauce, shrimp in red curry and dozens of other dishes of Indian, Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisine with classic French and Italian wines and a cosmopolitan cocktail. If you want travel to Kiev don't miss Buddha Bar Kiev, enjoy the music and relax in the magic atmosphere of lounge.

The Ancient Epic and Scandinavian Design- Hotel Klaus K.

















The Klaus K Hotel is situated in the center of the Helsinki City. The owners have decided to design a modern interpretation and aspects of the most important epic tale Kalavela. The categories of rooms in the hotel, reflects the four main plot lines of ancient epic; Passion, Desire, Envy and Mystical. The interior is made entirely in the modern spirit, with a characteristic Scandinavian laconicism and functional lines. Each room has its own colors, for example if you prefer "Passion" you will see red- yellow hues in the bedroom or "Envy" the colors will be black and gold. Quotes of the Finland's national epic can be found everywhere in the hotel- on the walls of bedrooms, on the carpets in the corridors and on the floor in the hall. The hotel restaurant Scandinavian cuisine decorated with images of huge mythical fish. SPA center with Chinese Procudures, a massage with oils and extracts of the northern grass. Ahjo Bar, Toscanini Restaurant, Ilmatar Restaurant, meeting rooms, honeymoon suites, excellent sauna, stylish rooms with unique design waiting for visitors.

30 Mart 2009 Pazartesi

China Grill's Cafe and Zen Sum In USA.

















China Grill's Cafe And Zen Sum featuring a robotic dim sum delivery system in Hotel Mandalay Bay. China Grill Cafe and Zen Sum calls itself a "futuristic restaurant". The food is serve mainly by robot waiters. In addition to Dim-sum there are over 60 varieties of Asian foods: Japanese-gioza cakes with pork and cabbage, Singapore noodles, hot Thai salad of lettuce on the floor, innovative sushi, appetizers, grilled pizzas, satays, Tempura Sashimi with hot mustard champagne sauce, Grilled Szechuan Beef with sake, soy, barbecued lamb rimbs, spicy shallots, wok dishes and etc. There is a sushi bar decorated with screens show reports of financial news, Japanese animation, fashion shows and coverage of world events and vignettes of Zen philosophy. You will enjoy eat dinner in multilevel dining room with electrifying atmosphere, Neo - Asian design , extraordinary sushi, legendary cuisine...

Aqua Fantasy Aquapark Club Hotel&SPA - Kusadasi.
















Aqua Fantasy Aquapark Club Hotel & SPA which holds one of the largest aquapark in Europe, opened the season of 2009. The Aqua Fantasy Hotel is located on the Pamucak Ephesus Beach, 8 km from the center of Kusadasi, 150 km from the airport of Bodrum and 55 km from the airport of Izmir. There are 868 rooms and suites, 4 outdoor 2 indoor and 6 children pools, jeep safari, Turkish Hamam, SPA complex, fitnees center, many water sport activities ( banana, water skiing, canoing, ringo parasailing, surfing, scuba diving, water gym, wind surf), tennis lessons, bowling, snookers, billiards, wireless internet, 5 A la carte restaurants, Traditional Turkish Dishes, animation shows and for children Indoor and outdoor playgrounds, hobby room, special afternoon nap room, kid’s pools and toy room. Especially for family holidays this hotel is a great choice.
Aqua Fantasy Plan

Best 5 Thermal Spa Resorts Of Italy.

Thermal springs was popular since from ancient Romans. Modern Italians are successfully taking advantage of the great heritage of their ancestors by building a lot of spa facilities, using the healing properties of thermal waters. Here are the Top 5 Thermal Spa Resorts In Italy;

1. Fonteverde Natural Spa Resort
Central Italy


















2. Forte Village
Southern Italy
















3. Grotta Giusti Natural Spa Resort
Central Italy
















4. L `Albergo della Regina Isabella
Southern Italy

















29 Mart 2009 Pazar

Top 10 Things To Do In Bratislava.

Bratislava is the capital of Slovakia. This historical and cultural city has many attractions.The modern Bratislava is full of lively cafes, many amazing sculptures, shops, delicious restaurants, bars and trendy clubs . The old city and the castle are unique parts of Bratislava. Here are The Top 10 Things To Do In Bratislava;



1. Cumil
There are many interesting sculptures in Bratislava, Cumil is the most photographed statue among them. 90% percent of tourists who visited Bratislava, have taken photos with Cumil.

2. Danube River

You can have great sightseeing along the river, visit The New Bridge, eat on floating restaurants, cross the river on foot, if you prefer sleep on botels ( boat hotels) and join to parties on disco boats.

3. The Church of St. Elisabeth ( Blue Church)
The exterior part of the church is painted in sky blue and white, and it is located in Old Town Area. The mosaics of the church are depicting the revelation of the roses.

4. Bratislava Castle
The castle offers great views over the city of Bratislava. And also it houses The Historical Museum. It is free to

5. St. Martins Cathedral
The most famous church in Bratislava. This cathedral saw the coronation of 11 Hungarian Kings and 8 Queens.

6. The Slovak National Gallery
Remarkable collection of Slovak Art.

7. The Slovak National Museum
The largest museum institution and also the largest cultural institution in the Slovak Republic.

8. Bibiana Children's Museum
This museum's uniquely creative arts exhibits interest visitors of all ages.

9. Devin Castle
One of the Slovakia's largest castle.

10. The Medieval St.Michael's Gate
The preserved gate of the original city fortification.