This is the 2nd half of our Carnival Conquest Western Caribbean Cruise in September 2007.
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April 2011, 7 day cruise visiting San Juan, St Thomas, Barbados, St Lucia, St Kitts and St Maarten.
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Vacation Guide to Barbados Hotel and Beach Getaway

Are you planning a Barbados hotel and beach getaway? Planning any trip is tedious. One must do a little research especially if it is one’s first time in that tourist destination. Learning some details about that location is a must if one wants to have a smooth, trouble free vacation. Without proper planning, a vacation can turn into a disaster that will leave one tired instead of relaxed. Learning ways to get around, accommodations, the culture, and the fun activities in Barbados would help one get the best vacation ever.

Getting Around the Island
There are many ways to get around the island. Most accommodations will provide their guests with rental cars. The island is not that big anyway and traveling to all its’ coasts can be a great experience. But if one is adventurous, why not rent bikes instead? Biking around Barbados is a great way to get around as well as soak in the fresh tropical sun and breeze. There is also lots of decent public transportation in the island. Aside from busses and taxis, one can try the color coded ZR vans that really travel fast. By the way, the roads are for right hand drive.

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Choosing Barbados Hotel Accommodation
This might be the most important question one should determine when going to Barbados. Of course, one will want to get a hotel near the coast, right next to the beach if possible. The question is which coast should you choose? Each Barbados coast has its own character so choose the one that fits yours.

-West Coast
The western coast of the island is also known as the Platinum coast. As the name suggests, this place is where the most expensive and luxurious establishments are located. One can sometimes find Hollywood stars in this coast. There are a lot of luxury hotels near the beach fronts as well as top notch golf courses. The waves in the west coast are calm and the beaches are well manicured.

- North and East Coast
The terrain of the North and East coasts boasts of wild raw nature. The limestone cliffs in the northern end will truly take one’s breath away. It is a photographer’s dream. The waves here come from the Atlantic. They are very large and a lot of the beaches here are not suitable for first time swimmers. In fact, the “Soup Bowl” in the east coast is a world class surfing destination were international competitions are held.

- The Southern Coast can be described as a cross between the rawness of the northeast and the west. The waves are moderate. The prices are also relatively reasonble. The white beaches are family friendly and are popular not only to many tourists but also to the locals.

Culture
Since Barbados was once a British colony, the mixture of Baja, Caribbean culture and English affectations are apparent everywhere and with everyone. People can be conservative with their clothing (there are no nude beaches) but can be very festive at the same time. It is a combination of English quaintness and a relaxed tropical attitude apparent in both architecture and society.

There is no doubt that Barbados is one of the most perfect places to spend one’s vacation. Just plan ahead and one will be able to enjoy flawless white sand beaches, the beautiful Barbados hotel accommodations, and the perfect azure waters without any troubles.

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The Bahamas contains over 700 islands and 2000 cays totaling 100000 square miles. Not as small as you might think, this popular Caribbean destination is overflowing with culture and history. Get a comprehensive tour of Old Nassau, the historic center of The Bahamas. Because of the ports treasured safe harbor, the city preserves its British colonial style buildings and architecture. Originally built to protect the island from attacks, there are three forts in the area, including Fort Charlotte. For a tasty and authentic bite, stop by McKenzies in Potters Cay. Serving up a fresh conch salad, this hotspot presents the centerpiece and Bahamian staple of the islands fish dishes. Dive right back into more culture at The National Arts Gallery of the Bahamas, a beautifully restored building housing both modern and native Bahamian art. Stroll down the Queens Staircase, which was originally built as a means of escape for soldiers in a nearby fort. Now it is used for tourists who marvel at the fact that every part of the staircase, as well as its adjacent passageway, were carved by hand. End this historic tour of charming Old Nassau with a walk on the beach at sunset.
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Royal Caribbean Cruises for Mega Moments of your Life!

Royal Caribbean is a celebrity cruise that offers a striking and lavish cruise to give you an imperial vacation on the water. In 1997, Celebrity cruise merged with Royal Caribbean International to become Royal Caribbean Cruise Ltd. Royal Caribbean cruises are full of delights and they offer on board aft-glass dining rooms, formal foyer areas, alternate dining venues, balcony and suite staterooms. Not only that! They offer large pools, lounging areas, signature bars, lounges, libraries, elegant spas, gyms and relaxation areas, what all one could wish for in life! Doesn’t this entice you for having cruise vacation surfing with the waves of the ocean and sunbathing and sipping your favorite drink being in the pool in the middle of the ocean?

Royal Caribbean cruises offer picture perfect vacation for individual, families and couples. There are two types of Royal Caribbean cruises, one sails towards east and the other towards the west. All you have to do is decide on whether you want to head east or west to go for your favourite sail. Ports of call on an Eastern Royal Caribbean itinerary often include the Bahamas, St. Thomas, St. John, Puerto Rico, and St. Martin. If you are looking fun on the beaches then an Eastern Royal Caribbean itinerary might be more appealing to you. Western Royal Caribbean itinerary generally include Cozumel or Playa del Carmen, Mexico; Grand Cayman; Key West, FL; the Dominican Republic; Jamaica; Belize; or Costa Rica.. The ports of call in the western Caribbean are sometimes on the mainland or at larger islands. Therefore, the shore excursion options are more varied. You can explore ancient Mayan ruins, hike the rain forests, or go for scuba diving in some extraordinary locations.

Live a life of millionaire for peanuts this season! Royal Caribbean cruises are offering heavy discounts for cruisers. Hurry up and log onto any one of the various Meta search engines providing travel services and book the best deal on Royal Caribbean cruises today while it lasts.

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In the 1980s and 1990s, Medellín, Colombia, was synonymous with drug violence, with notorious drug kingpin Pablo Escobar as its most famous resident. But today, almost two decades after the death of Pablo Escobar, crime has dropped dramatically and Colombia’s second-largest city is undergoing something of a renaissance. Get a glimpse of the new Medellín through the photos of an American expatriate and the music of local singer-songwriter Danny Polo. Photographer Noah Bleicher, who runs a Medellin bed & breakfast with his wife, Marcela Swenson (a former Peter Greenberg Worldwide Radio producer), showcases the city’s architecture both old and new, vibrant street life and natural surroundings. For more information on life in Medellín, check out www.PeterGreenberg.com
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Medellin Colombia Tours www.medellintraveler.com Discover Medellin Colombia Tourism and Travel Adventures Medellín (Spanish pronunciation [med-duh jean]), located in the state of Antioquia. Medellin is the second largest city in Colombia. It is in the Aburrá Valley, one of the more northerly of the Andes in South America. It has a population of 2.3 million. With its surrounding area, the metropolitan area of Medellín (Area Metropolitana de Medellín), it is the second largest city in Colombia in terms of population and economy, with more than 3.3 million people, and ranks in population as the 91st of the world’s largest urban agglomerations. To learn more, www.medellintraveler.com Medellin Colombia Tours and Travel Guide
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