Sunday, April 17, 2011

The Love Boat

Travelling to Spain from the Canary Islands in the new boat shipping company Armas is a whole vacation experience. The pool for the day, the gym in the afternoon and evening disco cuts make a journey of 28 hours.

Canaries travel to Huelva with the new cruise ferry shipping Teide Volcano Weapons requires three essential elements: swimsuit, sunscreen and a willingness to spend. And is that with the new line of weapons have fallen behind the tedious travel by sea from the archipelago to the mainland aboard a ship where there were no options to kill the long hours.


The Teide volcano has gotten shorter by almost a day boat trip from the Canaries to Spain (as done in 28 hours), plus numerous options offer passengers a pleasant journey to 752 miles, about 1,400 kilometers.


On the main deck of the ferry has a swimming pool with solarium where passengers can use to tan and a dip stick. Beside her, a kiosk is open virtually 24 hours a day and offers all kinds of cocktails, drinks and sandwiches, at a price we could find in any snack (eg cane is 1.60 euros). In addition, during the day, at 11 am and four in the afternoon a group of animators organize activities in the area, dancing and entertaining the passage with the celebration even a bingo, the prize is none other than a bottle of cava.


For those who are not sun are able to exercise in a gym and outdoor equipment including elliptical and has a bar abs. Others may walk the two decks enabled the passage of the ten that make this ship, 178 meters long and weighing 30,000 tons, and even take to get to walk your dog have an area for it, "that in Armas the new boat can travel on the deck or in the cellar.


During the afternoon and once the sun goes down can be a good time to see any movies that are released during the crossing, waiting for night when the pool area becomes a makeshift disco with wide schedule and smooth operation that can take up to six in the morning. Previously, the animation group have warmed the atmosphere with a bold show.


And in the Teide volcano nothing is missing. The food is not a problem. Armas has provided an economic bonus of 25 euros with which the passenger can make two breakfasts, two lunches and a dinner at the buffet. As for the rest, it depends on each passenger even though the options are wide and for all budgets.



A five-star floating hotel

Capacity. The Teide volcano cruise ferry of shipping arms holds about 1,500 passengers, 350 cars and 80 pieces of cargo of 12 meters and 2 kilometers arranged on ferries.

Cabins. The vessel has 124 cabins, with a total of 478 beds. Also has two suites, duplex with spiral staircase, double bed and a small lounge. In addition there are 500 seats recline, some of them are vip.

Services. Videocine, playground, gazebos, pool, gym, bars, buffet, changing rooms and swimming pool.

Investment. The Teide volcano has cost 125 million euros. It is the seventh ship weapons purchased by the shipping company since 2003 and the one with the modernization of its fleet. A mid-year will begin to operate eighth: Tinamar Volcano, twin brother of the Teide volcano and is now under construction.

Schedules. The boat leaves on Thursday at eight o'clock in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and arrived at 10.30 hours at Santa Cruz de Tenerife. At 12.30 hours out of port Tenerife to Huelva, where he arrived about six o'clock in the afternoon of Friday. On Saturday he returns to the Canary Islands. Sale to one o'clock in the port of Huelva and arrives in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria on the six pm on Sunday. At eight o'clock the night comes from Puerto de La Luz and Las Palmas to Santa Cruz de Tenerife, where he arrived about ten o'clock at night.

Friday, April 15, 2011

Island of Yeu

L'Ile d'Yeu is a pleasant little island to visit, and can be done in several ways. Here are a few.

Insula Oya is its Latin name. Name a singing, poetry that invites you to relax and rest. This small island of 23 km2, located 18 km from the Vendée coast, is a landscape and culture. Housing a population of 5000 inhabitants, preserves the entire island of Ile d'Yeu whirlwind summer on the Atlantic coast and brings a lot of authenticity to their lifestyle.

An authentic life by the sea
In full season, at 8 o'clock in the morning that the fishing boats unload their holds full of fresh fish. We negotiate the price of the bar or place directly with the fisherman, then we will settle on the terrace of a cafe to enjoy the freshness of the morning, facing the harbor, including the wonderful sound of seagulls boiling pace the comings and from boats in bright colors.

The architectural uniformity is clearly visible. These small white houses with colorful shutters are the work of very strict measures in urban planning. The architectural unity gives the island of Yeu undeniable charm, where one would discover what lies beneath these tile roofs.

The island of Yeu is lived at its own pace, on pain of feeling displaced and friendliness of the inhabitants, known as the "Islais" can focus very quickly to the place.

An island inspired the artistic perspective
Painters venture there for the warmth of light and landscape diversity. The shape resembles the west coast of Brittany, and is the main beaches of golden sand. Often, it's windy as the artists they venture outside, when waves crushing on the wild side, even at the risk of receiving a few drops on the canvas. Many exhibitions are held on the island to showcase the work of many artists who are constantly renewed reading the landscape and culture "Islais.

The island of Yeu even inspired writers: Amin Maalouf, a famous Lebanese writer, alternating between Paris and his residence on the island of Yeu to devote himself to writing his novels.


By bicycle or on foot, choose non-motorized
If the car can be transported from the mainland, the Isle of Yeu is best explored on foot or bike without problems. With its 4 km wide and 10 km long, the pearl of the Atlantic maximum diversified landscapes, from wide sandy beaches to the rugged coast, facing the ocean. The interior is typical of island systems, has a dense bushy vegetation cut by roads passable by bike or on foot. The City Council has recently installed a bike path to go around the island and explore the different neighborhoods full of charm.

A unique cultural and natural heritage
The "Old Castle" that inspired Hergé, author of Tintin in the Black Isle, is a former stronghold of the fourteenth century to protect the west coast of the island of barbarian invasions during the 100 years war. Historic monument since 1890, the castle can be visited with a guide. The village of Saint Sauveur, rises to 58m above sea level and hosts the first church on the island, dating from the eleventh century. The monument is a historical monument since 1906.

The special ecological Ile d'Yeu is this divide between the dune and the coast to the Breton character, which brings a special richness to the environment. There are including more than 760 plants, 16 species of orchids extremely rare. Moors between shaved and dune environment, many species are protected at national level (Asphodel white Serapia to language and little flower). Regarding wildlife, over 290 species of birds (gannets, guillemots, great skuas, waders, etc..) Traveling through or living on the island. The diversity of insects, butterflies are just as extraordinary when spring arrives! The exploration of the seabed can also observe the richness of this environment: the number of fish (bars, sea bream, sole) and shellfish (spiders, lobsters). League for Protection of Birds (LPO) is organizing campaigns birding all year, with the participation of residents.

All these advantages, the Ile d'Yeu retains a strong identity and very pleasant. Culinary specialties from the sea (block tuna, smoked tuna), but also the pastry (pie with prunes, pastries, turnovers, min-min), are to discover and share. The discovery of the Ile d'Yeu can be done in multiple ways, simply wear an eye on it to fall in love.

Saturday, April 9, 2011

Spas Treatment Centers in Egypt

The abundance of hot springs, near the Red Sea and a favorable climate make Egypt the ideal destination for lovers of relaxation.

Egypt has few places thalassotherapy recognized for their quality. In an environment conducive to relaxation, the destination offers its visitors many luxury spas offering massages, thalassotherapy and care, and numerous hot springs contained sulfuric between rocks.
The hot springs

Egypt is a country in Africa with many hot springs, formed between the rocks. Among them, the Baths of Moses, nearly Rassudr, and the Baths of Pharaoh sulfuric waters most of the planet. Baths Moses have twelve separate sites of hot springs, while the Pharaoh's Baths are located in a rock cavern filled with water at 27 ° C. The Baths of Cleopatra Siwa have the largest natural pool in the country. Near the Fayoum, the hot springs of Ain al-Sillyin are extraordinarily beautiful. The oases are famous for their hot springs, particularly Baharalya, Farafara Slaw and Oasis. These therapies offered through hot springs and steam baths can remedy some little problems: rheumatism, skin diseases, colds, inflammation ...
Thalassotherapy and Spa

In recent years, Egypt has become a popular destination for travelers in search of well-being by installing recreational areas around its coastline bordering the Red Sea. Indeed, its warm climate and rich water healing properties make it an ideal location for fitness centers and beauty centers.

Spas are very popular in Egypt. Thus we find in almost all major hotels. There are private spas around Cairo. Sharm el-Sheikh is also a site of very popular spa complex. In Soma Bay, the residence of the Cascades offers a spa experience memorable. Safaga spas have a very salty water (it contains 35% more salt than others), good for blood circulation and to treat rheumatism. Spas located by the sea in Hurghada, El Gouna, Shal Hashish, Queseir and Sharm el-Sheikh offer the cleanest saltwater beaches of Egypt.

The spa centers provide routine care such as exfoliating scrubs with sand, but the original country-specific care, such as papyrus wrappings of spas in Luxor and Aswan along the Nile. The specialty of Cairo remains the Pharaonic massage in the wellness center located next to the pyramid of Cheops.
Some health spas

The wellness center Four Season Spa & Healt bordering the Mediterranean and located in Alexandria offers five types of massages: classical, Thai, aromatherapy, Balinese, fitness and sport, and three body treatments: cleansing care, depth or aromatic. Apart from these treatments, the resort offers steam bath, whirlpool and sauna, all in beautiful surroundings.

Boasting a 1,600 square meter spa and 16 treatment rooms, the complex welfare Lihfe Sharm, hotel located at El Alamein, also home to two steam baths, hot tub and two saunas.

In Cairo, the Intercontinental City Stars is composed of a fitness club including tennis and squash courts, sauna, hydrotherapy pool and sauna and 12 treatment rooms. Also in Cairo, the JW Marriott Hotel offers care but with Eastern techniques of Egyptian products. It offers a wide range of treatments with calming and restorative: wraps, scrubs, hydrotherapy ...

Few complexes of well-being are part of a cripple all Egyptian spa, renowned for their quality and environment.

Travel to Egypt

Red Sea and Sinai off the beaten track

Want to enjoy the charms of the Red Sea and Sinai desert, avoiding the crowd of big resorts? Treat yourself to a stay in Dahab!

Tired of gray? You want to escape without having to go to the other side of the world? Just 5 hours flight from Paris, Sinai opens its doors. Enjoy a well deserved rest in Dahab !
Dahab, Sinai Pearl
After 1h30 drive from the airport of Sharm el-Sheikh, through the magnificent scenery of the Sinai desert, you can put your luggage in Dahab. This village is one of the few Bedouin oasis beach not to have been destroyed by mass tourism. While it was founded by the Bedouins who brought their camels to drink, there are some families permanently installed to receive the few tourists who were arriving from around the world. They have established hotels of all categories, from simple hostels to luxury hotels, and they continue today to welcome you to discover their culture, wilderness and magnificent coral reefs. Here, you can forget the hubbub of city life and plunged into the heart of the Bedouin serenity, while having the opportunity to participate in many activities that are sure to be suggested.

The Sinai desert, a place of history and spirituality
Did you know that here in the heart of the desert of Sinai that Moses received the Ten Commandments? It is therefore natural that Christianity, Judaism and Islam recognize the Sinai as a holy land. Follow in the footsteps of the pilgrims discover the St. Catherine Monastery , one of the oldest monasteries in the world still in operation world heritage of mankind. If you prefer nature to the historical, you'll enjoy the many canyons that are available to you.

Do not miss the Coloured Canyon, which is rightly his name. Here, nature has shaped extraordinary works, shapes and colors varied. Choose a Bedouin guide who will help you discover these magical places where he spent his life. You tell the story with passion of his people, his lifestyle and how to exploit the desert flora. On foot or by camel safari, you will not regret this experience.

Wonders of the Red Sea dives unforgettable
But Dahab, not only the desert is also and above all the wonders of aquatic life. Dahab will delight fans of diving and snorkeling with its unique attractions, most within walking distance of the beach. At the heart of a park, you can enjoy an unusual coral garden, visited by the strangest and most beautiful fish. The more experienced will be happy to dive Blue Hole , one of the most extraordinary diving spots in the world. The beginner will not, however, remains as many dive centers will offer baptisms at sea you can admire at leisure the aquatic fauna and flora. Nothing to do with diving pool baptisms offered in most diving centers in the world! And if you like, you can take your certificates at competitive prices

Friday, April 1, 2011

Lanzarote Vacations all Inclusive

Reasons to take advantage of deals on Holiday in Lanzarote

On the Atlantic Ocean archipelago welcomes us with its beautiful volcanic landscapes and its incredible biodiversity. Taking into account the large number of holiday deals to be found to travel to this magnificent place is an excellent idea to make a trip to the beaches of tropical and exuberant nature.

The concern for preserving the environment, and protect the flora and fauna especially in the region, has led the Canaries to take measures to protect the landscape and so beautiful that can be found here. What has sought to permanently is to find a balance between tourism development and conservation of the delicate island ecosystem. In 1993 UNESCO declared Lanzarote Biosphere Reserve, in an effort to raise public awareness about the need for environmental conservation. Specifically, the fact that Lanzarote is a Biosphere Reserve is a way to secure funds to achieve economic development in these areas without damaging nature.

The island of Lanzarote is distinctly mountainous and volcanic terrain alternating high geological antiquity with mountains and volcanoes of more recent creation. Timanfaya is a volcanic area, which holds the remains of major eruptions in place. The area is of geological interest, marked by the eruptions occurred in the 1730 and 1736. This has created the Timanfaya National Park, about 50 km ² which is about 25 volcanoes. The activity of the earth does not stop, so you may see at a glance the emission of heat that can still register.

Human ingenuity has managed to recapture the lands that had been devastated by the constant volcanic eruptions in the region. The locals found the fertile soil beneath the volcanic ash layer, which called lapilli, and vines used to plant, particularly the Malvasia grape variety, giving rise to the famous wines of Lanzarote . Subsequently, the lapilli are placed on the earth again as it has the property of allowing water infiltration and retain moisture in the environment. Also around the vines were built low walls whose mission is to stop the prevailing winds, creating a very particular landscape, such as in the La Geria. Never a better time than now to take some vacation deals to this destination so beautiful and reconnect with the beauty of mother earth.