Archive for April, 2007

Eastern Indonesia and in particular, the protected Marine Park that surrounds Moyo Island, offers some of the world’s best diving and snorkelling sites. The pristine reefs of the Flores Sea are host to a rich array of underwater biodiversity suitable for both beginner and experienced divers.

From April until December guests at Amanwana can enjoy a complimentary beach or boat dive per person per day.

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Raja Ampat has recently been discovered by scientists to house the world’s richest reef systems. The group of islands situated on the equator, is part of Papua and counts more than 600 islands. Today while the area is still pretty much unknown and unexplored owing to its size, what we do know is that these islands harbour an amazing diversity of breathtaking underwater life.

The Raja Ampat island group spreads out over a huge area; the four largest islands are Waigeo, Batanta, Salawati and Misool and are located at the west side of the “Birdhead Peninsula” in New Guinea. The Indonesian province Papua is the western half of the island of New Guinea, while Papua New Guinea is the eastern half.

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This exhilariating romantic package combines the magnificent beauty of Ubud with some of the most exciting activities in the area. Perfect for couples who enjoy living life to the full and want to get the most out of their stay in Ubud.

This itinerary is well balanced with romantic dinners and spa treatments mingled with a 4×4 vehicle tour through the rice fields, a guided tour of the famous smoking volcanoes and river rafting to experience along the Ayung.

Each element of your itinerary has been thoughtfully planned. You will certainly have a few stories to tell the folks back home!

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It is said that Pingyao, a small town in central Shanxi, was the nation’s key financial center over a hundred years ago. The merchants from Shanxi Province were undoubtedly the most powerful and affluent of all merchants during the Qing Dynasty, when Pingyao held China’s wealth in its hands. With its power and affluence long gone, Pingyao is no longer associated with the status it once held, but the town still retains traces of its former glory. This tour will retrace the memories of Shanxi’s prosperous past, by visiting luxurious mansions once inhabited by the powerful merchants, buildings which once housed shops and banks, and century-old structures adorned with rare and exquisite woodwork.

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Wildflower Hall, in the Himalayas

Situated at 8,350 feet in the magnificent Himalayas, Wildflower Hall is a fairytale luxury resort set in 23 acres of virgin woods of pine and cedar. The former residence of Lord Kitchener, rebuilt to a new magnificence, Wildflower Hall recreates the grand style of the colonial era. Enjoy beautiful views of mountains and valleys from the rooms, restaurants, outdoor Jacuzzi and the heated swimming pool. Nature lovers can explore the Himalayas and enjoy adventure sports. For the ultimate in pampering our luxury spa pavilions are tranquil havens for revitalizing the body and soul.

A variety of activities to make your stay a truly memorable experience

Rafting The 3-hour trip down the impressive white-waters of the Sutlej River is a thrilling experience for avid adventure seekers. Enjoy a gourmet lunch served on a picturesque beach on the riverbank. The hotel offers the best in international equipment, guides and safety standards.

Mountain Biking Explore the picturesque trails that meander around the forests of Wildflower Hall on international geared all-terrain mountain cycles provided by the hotel with the guidance of an experienced mountain biker and international safety standards.

Spa Choose from a variety of traditional or modern full spa treatments to soothe the body and mind after a day of adventure.

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