There was a time when scoring last minute cruise deals meant relying on cruise companies and travel agents.

Don’t get me wrong, travel agents are still very much an integral part of finding those last minute cruise deals however, with the internet now well and truly entrenched as a part of our every day landscape, cruise bargain hunters have never had it so good.

Scoring last minute deals is all about planning, patience, being flexible and being kept informed and it’s the latter which we’ll concentrate on in this article.

Being Kept Up-To-Date

Travel agents in general provide a great service; just get on the phone and ask them to find you a great deal on a vacation somewhere at a specific price and more often than not, they’ll find it for you.

Online services let you act as self-serving travel agents in a sense with specialist sites allowing you to enter specific information such as time, date and place of travel and with the click of your mouse, you are presented with any number of choices for your chosen time of travel.

It couldn’t get any easier! But how effective is this in locating last minute cruise deals?

Planning And Flexibility

Good question and this is where planning and flexibility come in. Yes, you can plan for last minute deals and if you have the flexibility in your work schedule to take off at a minute’s notice then finding your cruise online is a great way to go.

Remember, these sites specialize in finding and sourcing specials and one of the best ways to stay informed is by joining their newsletter lists.

This is an extremely effective method of not only knowing what’s on offer but also what’s coming up over the horizon. It’s all part of the planning stage and means you don’t have to “play Russian roulette” and hope there will be a cruise to suit you available when you want it.

Many websites also offer alert services which involves entering some details about the time, place and length of the cruise you’re interested in and when a match is found you are simply alerted. Finding last minute cruise deals has never been easier!

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Want to know how to score some great last minute cruise deals? You’ll want to read this informative guide! Plus, read the latest cruise news and reviews on how to score a great bargain

This Tanzania Safari was the perfect surprise. I arrived at Dar es Salaam Domestic Airport thinking I was about to meet some important visitors for a breakfast meeting. I had been grumbling all the way to the airport. Who organises a breakfast meeting anyway? As I was telling the taxi to wait my wife pulled some bags out of the boot and told me not to bother. It had recently been my birthday, now we were getting on a plane.

Soon we were in the air and heading towards the Selous Game Reserve. The city gave way to a patchwork of sandbanks and meandering streams dotted with hippo. The purple Beho Beho hills loomed ahead and the wilderness stretched further than we could see in all directions. The Selous is the largest conservation area in the world with the exception of the Polar regions.

After a comfortable flight of around 45 minutes we touched down on a bush strip near the Mtemere Gate of the Selous. Here we were met by a safari-converted Landrover and transferred to Rufiji River Camp. After a short welcome and briefing we went for a cold drink in the bar. The view was simply stunning. The bar area is located on a bend in the river and as we arrived we could see a mother and baby hippo out of the water and several large pods wallowing. There were also several large crocodiles basking, mouths open on the white sand.

Once we had settled into our comfortable room we enjoyed a light lunch before splashing around in the pool until it was time for our afternoon boat safari. It is amazing to think that in just 45 minutes of travelling you can escape the hectic urban melee of Dar es Salaam and be in the heart of one of the world’s great wildernesses. The clamour of horns and dala dala engines is replaced by the grunting of hippo, the chitter of playful vervet monkeys and the shrill keening of eagles.

We were welcomed by our guide Bernard and led down to the boats. The boat was a sturdy aluminium flat-bottomed craft propelled by a powerful outboard. We relaxed in comfortable chairs as we glided into the Rufiji River. We headed upstream, the light breeze of our smooth motion kept us cool despite the high temperatures. This really is one of the most comfortable, relaxing ways of enjoying a safari.

The first thing that struck me was the sheer abundance of birdlife. The bushes on the banks literally shimmered with glorious avian opulence. The golden weavers, glossy starlings and brightly-coloured white-fronted bee eaters took my breath away. The sand-spits were traversed by elegant saddle-billed storks, yellow-billed storks and goliath herons. Even the air above the water was filled with hovering giant, malachite, pied and pygmy kingfishers, every so often plunging into the swirling water to emerge with fish. The majestic fish eagles perched high in the borassus palms, surveying their domain. We were informed by our guide that these great birds pair for life.

One of the steeper banks was home to a colony of several hundred white-fronted bee eaters. These spectacular birds swooped about us entering and emerging from their deep burrows. ‘Only eggs inside now’ the guide explained, otherwise you would hear the chicks.

We continued upstream, winding our way between crocodile-covered sand banks and pods of hippo. We saw a monitor lizard climbing into a bush on the bank after eggs. Other animals we spotted on our cruise up the river included waterbuck, impala and a spectacular dazzle of zebra coming timidly to drink.

We also saw a one of the most dangerous animals, a lone old male buffalo. As a herd animal that can no longer keep up with its peers they become cantankerous and need to be given a wide berth.

Our guide produced some cold sodas from a cool box as we stopped briefly on a sand bar whilst watching a herd of around twenty elephants with young babies drink and splash at the edge of the river. For a while it looked like they might cross but the lead cow thought better of it. The leadership of the matriarch is so important that she lives well past breeding age, leading the herd.

We returned as the sun set, a huge glowing red orb that turned the river into a mass of sparkling azure and magenta. I was still reeling from this totally unexpected and wonderfully different safari. We arrived back at camp in time for a sunset beer and wash before an excellent dinner.

After relaxing by the log fire for a while, enjoying a nightcap we were escorted back to our tent by a Maasai askari. We slept well, drifting off to the honking of hippo, the cackling off hyena and the hoot of owls.

The next day we awoke to the dawn chorus and enjoyed some bird-watching from our porch before breakfasting. We then went on a more traditional, vehicle-based safari. This was excellent and we were fortunate enough to see a leopard, two groups of lion (one with a wildebeest kill) and many other large mammals. We enjoyed a tasty picnic lunch under a spreading acacia and returned mid afternoon in time for a swim and another great sunset over the Rufiji River. I could write more about the game drive but it is enough to say that it was excellent. This area of Selous has a wide variety of safari activities to choose from: driving, walking and boat safaris are all available here. This makes it a superb location for groups with varied tastes in safari

The next morning I requested another boat safari; this is something that is particularly special in Selous. The only comparable locations for birding on a boat safari are the Kilombero and the Wami Rivers. These however do not compare to Selous for the diversity and abundance of wildlife.

As we pulled away from the bank a large number of Ptychadena anchietae (ridged ‘rocket ‘ grass frogs with very powerful back legs) leapt spectacular distances, looking for shelter as our bow pulled back and exposed them. This was a nice cheerful start to another memorable boat safari.

‘Look! Crocodiles have a baby hippo!’ our guide exclaimed slowing the boat and pointing. Sure enough we could see a lone baby that had become separated from its mother. As we watched it was rolled and snapped at by a huge crocodile. The sharp teeth scored beep lines in the rubbery hide and the baby hippo’s ears flicked in panic. Crocodile usually drown their prey rolling them in the water until their strength gives out (before hiding the body underwater to soften up). I couldn’t help but think it must be pretty difficult to drown an animal so well adapted to an aquatic existence that it can suckle under water. It struggled desperately towards the safety of the sand spit but was rolled again and again. Its strength was fast failing and we left the uneven struggle to its inevitable conclusion. When we returned a few hours later there was no sign of the hippo.

As we continued we saw several journeys of giraffe coming to drink with their legs splaying into giant arches. The giraffe were great to watch but it was the elephants that stole the day, completely upstaging them. First we came across an old bull wallowing in the mud at the edge of the river. His skin glistened, slick with brown Rufiji mud and he flicked huge clods from his tusks, rumbling his satisfaction deep in his throat. Next we encountered the large herd of females and babies, this time on the other side of the river.

We enjoyed cold sodas whilst watching a herd of around fifty impala coming down to drink. We sat in silence watching for a crocodile strike, this time the Impala were lucky. They had chosen their drinking spot well, with shallow water for a good distance allowing them to see the approach of any deadly living dinosaur.

Bird Island is so named because it is how to breeding colonies of spoonbills, open billed storks and ibis. It a small island literally covered in birds. The scrub was festooned with nests and the cries of hungry fledglings filled the air. We were also rewarded with a good view of the timid black crake. Crocodiles lurked below nests that overhung the water, waiting for any unwary youngster to fall.

As the sun rose and the temperature started to rise we began our journey back to Rufiji River Camp. Storks stood on the sand banks, arrow-straight with wings spread, allowing the wind to cool the blood in their capillaries (acting as a radiator like elephants’ ears).

We happened upon a final magical moment as two young bull elephants entered the river and swam using their trunks as snorkels. Then they began to play-fight and wrestle sending up huge plumes of spray. The clack of ivory on ivory, the splashing and trumpeting contrasted to the gently gurgling of the water. Eventually they tired of their teenage boisterousness and stood to dry, glistening in the sunlight. This was a splendid finale to a memorable weekend in Selous.

Boat safaris are very comfortable and by far the most relaxing way of exploring the Selous. I enjoyed every minute of it and will definitely return for more. For birdwatchers especially a boat safari in the Selous is one not to miss. Whilst we waited at the airstrip a herd of about twenty elephants came onto the runway and had to be chased away! As I boarded the plane for my flight back to Dar it was with regret to be leaving so soon.

Visit Wild Things Tanzania Safaris for more information on visiting the Selous.

About the author

Roy J Hinde is a former biodiversity researcher who now operates http://www.wildthingsafaris.com

Taveuni Palms, Fiji

Whether you are on your honeymoon, celebrating a 50th anniversary or just looking for a resort that is romantic. This is the place to travel,relax and enjoy.

The Taveuni Palms in Fiji is an intimate retreat offering two private guest houses, a secluded sandy beach, and even a freshwater swimming pool. The island has many spectacular things to offer, such as scuba diving, kayaking, snorkeling, hiking, and many other vacation activities.

The Taveuni Island has always been known for its unique and colorful sea life, tropical fish, and amazing varieties of soft and hard coral. The Rainbow Reef, Great White Wall, Purple Wall, and Zoo dive sites are all within easy reach of the Taveuni resort.

The Great White Wall reef offers a tunnel with two exits, one at 33 feet and another at 88 feet. When you swim through it, you’ll notice a white glow that is given off by the soft corals that seem to surround you.

You’ll also find two dive centers that are minutes from Taveuni Palms, which offer you dive equipment and certified diving instructors. From beginners to expert divers, you can have a lot of fun scuba diving on your beach vacation.

Rooms and suites The two seperate beachfront villas at Taveuni Palms in Fiji come with their own staff to help make your vacation a bit more relaxing. The staff will make your dreams come true, as they offer full room support.

Each seperate villa offers a pool, two bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, two bathrooms, and a very unique indoor/outdoor bathroom. The outdoor deck is equipped with chairs so that you can spend time outside as well, taking in the surrounding views of the ocean. The spectacular sunsets will turn into tropical nights - with stunning starlit skies.

Your personal maid at the villa will provide you with daily cleaning service, laundry service, fresh flowers, and evening turn down. The maids here are very professional, making your stay at the Taveuni Palms in Fiji one you’ll remember for years to come.

The resort will also provide you with your own private chef, kitchen, and bar staff who will provide your daily meals, which are included in the cost of your stay. This way, you don’t have to eat out - your food will be prepared for you at the resort.

Traveling and Getting to Taveuni. To get to Taveuni Palms, fly to Nadi International airport in Fiji. From there, catch a connecting flight to Taveuni Island where the Taveuni Palms staff will meet you at the airport, five minutes from the hotel.

Of course, wherever you travel, it is highly recommended that you take out travel insurance before embarking on any vacation. Unfortunately, without insurance, you have little recourse if you have to suddenly cancel your trip due to illness or other unforeseeable circumstances. Realize that resorts like this will expect to be paid no matter what. However, with travel insurance, you can recoup some or all of your costs if travel and vacation plans change. Travel insurance is very affordably priced, so please check out your options.

About the author

Robert Barner is a writer for the past 11 years. Frustrated by the lack of vision shown by the travel and vacation industry as a whole a free newsletter was started, travelvacationandgrowrich.com. This connects thousands of travelers to high quality resorts worldwide. The newsletter shows people how to travel at travel agent pricing with the ammenities. For more info: http://www.travelvacationandgrowrich.com

Barcelona, Spain, June 25, 2007 –(PR.com)– AboutSpainTravel.com, a travel website about Spain, has been redone with a new focus – being a fun way to learn ‘about Spain travel’. Taking a balanced, detached look at Spain travel, AboutSpainTravel.com makes a worthy visit for travelers interested in one of the world’s most visited countries.

“AboutSpainTravel.com emerged after several vacations in Spain and wanting to create a better resource for fellow travelers. Many websites about Spain are too encyclopedic and leave visitors yawning,” says D.H. Wall, MBA, About Spain Travel’s founder, a travel enthusiast and marketing professional. “AboutSpainTravel.com tries to be more entertaining.”

AboutSpainTravel.com provides travelers researching Spain a look at such destinations as Barcelona, Madrid, Granada, Seville, and Ronda.

Originally launched in 2005, the new version of AboutSpainTravel.com offers additional features. Website visitors the ability to participate through comment forms. Visitors are also encouraged to submit idea and Spain travel experiences. Other interactive features are planned.

Visit the Spain travel website at: http://www.AboutSpainTravel.com

Colonia, NJ, June 28, 2007 –(PR.com)– www.travelgoindia.com launches new advanced search facility that helps customers search for hotels from 9 popular Travel sites all at once. It is an advanced and more powerful hotel booking engine that not only helps one search for hotels in India but “use new analyzer to narrow search results on the basis of price range, star ratings and amenities.”

Currency conversions of hotel rates in Euro, USD/Dollars, Pound, and INR/Indian Rupees are also possible for quick reference and accessibility. It allows guests to select and compare all their chosen list of hotels and search them further by their respective hotel names. Instant booking is another highly useful feature that helps travelers book at any time and whenever they decide to travel. Instant confirmations are also given. Real time booking facility is driven by the concept of last minute booking that always has room for more and more accommodation requests from eager travelers. This is a huge guarantee that the search engine offers which makes it a must visit for all those last minute travel planners.

Getting best price deals are even easier since not only can one search for Hotels and make instant hotel reservations through the best known India travel guide, www.travelgoindia.com, but also book cheap hotels and discount hotels through online hotel reservation facilities. Vacation packages along with hotel information are the best features of the advanced search engine.

Note to Editors

www.TravelGoIndia.com offers cutting-edge online real time booking facility, constant update on room availability and a comprehensive travel catalogue. Last minute booking is painless and always welcome. The essential travel information it shares with travel lovers with additional provision for car rental assistance, make this mini encyclopedia, an integral travel guide, offering king-size packages to anything smart, austere or purposeful. Visitors can also buy air tickets as and when required. Managed by a team of skilled and committed professionals, TravelGoIndia.com is a watershed in the history of Indian travel sector.

The Parador of Jarandilla De La Vera is a place distinct in the history of Spain. Holy Roman Emperor Charles V - the most powerful man in the world during his reign - lived here in the Parador building for a few months before retiring to live out his remaining time in the Monastery at Yuste.

He chose this spot for it’s tranquility and natural beauty. The area, on the southern slope of the Gredos mountains, is abundant with streams, waterfalls, and oak woods - producing a scenery of rare beauty. The soil is rich and fertile. There are gardens, apple and pear orchards everywhere. It has been called a paradise, and “The best place for repose, and for the pleasures of mind and body.”

The 4-star Parador of Jarandilla de la Vera is a fortified palace built in the 15th century. It was constructed over the ruins of a fortress that had been built and inhabited by the Knights Templar. It has all that a castle should have; a draw-bridge, machicolations, embrasures, and robust corner towers. Parador Jarandilla is in an Italian Renaissance style however, with an interior sweetness and graciousness missing in the earlier true fortress style castles.

There is a fine dining room with views out to the open cloister (you can dine al fresco during the warmer months). Wooden ceilings and a baronial fireplace in the reception area give this place an altogether ‘noble’ feel. Interesting excursions from Parador Jarandilla into the city:

- See the 15th century Church on the main plaza.

- The area immediately surrounding the town is very good for hiking - several different marked trails lead along rushing streams to waterfalls and miniature gorges.

Interesting day trips include:

- Explore over to the Jerte valley - there are a couple of scenic (if not harrowing!) roads that cross over, or you can drive around through Placensia. If you are here in spring, the valley is blanketed in white - with thousands of cherry trees in bloom.

- Placensia is a typical Extremaduran town with a wonderful main plaza. Sit down at one of the many outdoor tables and wait and watch the giant elf (?) in the main clock tower strike the bell to mark each half hour. A “cuckoo clock” on the grandest of scales! There is a lively Tuesday market held here in the plaza - as it has been continuously since the 12th century!

Visiting the Parador of Jarandilla De La Vera is an experience long cherished by those who have gone out of their way to get to this nearly forgotten backwater of Spain.

About the author

Gary Bumpas has traveled extensively across Spain. He lived in Spain and has pursued a love affair with that country over the span of 34 years. He studied flamenco guitar with various gypsy masters in the 70’s, and explored villages rarely seen by tourists.

A professional travel consultant and acknowledged expert on the Paradors of Spain - he helps travelers plan vacation experiences that will create memories to last for a lifetime.

 Planning your first holiday especially on a cruise liner is always a challenge. You could get together with your family and friends and discuss your travel and vacation plans so as to get a better idea of what needs to be done. The best way is to book with a travel agent who will not only advice you on which cruise liner and destination you should be going to but also plan your entire itinerary including air travel to the port of embarkation. But before you proceed, let’s first answer some questions that are bound to pop up while planning your cruise.

What kind of cruise is suitable for your age group?

Typically, there are different kinds of cruises suitable for different age groups. You will find a cruise designed for all individuals, from the toddler to the teen to the retired. All you need to decide in who is going and then select the cruise best suited for you. There are fun-filled holiday cruises for the family, singles, newly-weds and even for the slightly older and matured.

What kind of budget are you on?

Typically, the minimum cost of per person per day is about $100 on an average cruise liner. Many ships charge extra for certain items and of course air-fare is not included in this. You can decrease the cost somewhat by sharing the cabin with another person, booking way in advance, like almost six months prior, or taking a risk and booking late, less than two months prior to departure.

How many days can you spend on your cruise?

If you have less than a week, then the options would be closer to home and restricted to Mexico, Bahamas or simply a weekend cruise to a port in the ocean and back. A complete week gives you more time and options range from the Caribbean, Europe, Hawaii, Alaska and even the South Pacific, depending on of course your current residential location. Anything longer than that would be suitable for any kind of cruise vacation across the globe.

When would you be most likely to travel?

Obviously, cruise tickets are cheaper in leaner times like spring or fall and most expensive during the summer holidays. Winter is also considered high season when travelling to warmer locations like the Caribbean. Some locations like Alaska, Scandinavia and the Baltic have a shorter cruising season and will be open only between May and September. While Antarctic cruises are on between November and February, Mediterranean cruises can be taken all year round.

Where would you like to go?

With the earth being covered with 75% ocean, cruise ships today can reach any of the continents and traverse all across the globe. From the Americas to Austral-Asia, Africa to Antarctica, Bahamas to Bermuda, Europe to Canada, there are plenty of cruise destinations to choose from. Even land locked locations such as central Europe, Russia, or the Yangtze River in China can be reached on a river cruise. Always a challenge to decide your destination, it is important to keep all other factors like type of cruise, budget, length of vacation among others in mind.

What are your interests?

Although cruises provide all kinds of on board activities, your destination should be based on your interest. While European tours offer a good dose of culture for the history buffs, tropical destinations like the Caribbean and the South Pacific are for the beach lovers. Whether it is glacier watching in Alaska, deep sea diving in Australia or experiencing the fjords in Norway, you have to decide what you like to do best before you choose your cruise destination. Many cruises also offer a list of off-shore activities before you book, so make sure that you are well researched on that as well.

What kind of accommodation would you prefer?

Cabin selection typically depends on what your budget is. Sea view cabins are obviously more expensive than the lower deck ones. Also, if you are travelling to scenic places like Alaska or Scandinavia it would be preferable to have a view. Deck plans are available in hard copy, so make your decision after doing your homework and planning your budget.

What are your dress styles and eating habits?

In a move away from only formal wear, most cruise ships today are more relaxed and have only one or two nights of dress-up nights. The rest of the time, it is usually casual or country club style dressing. Typically there are two seating arrangements for dinner, one starting at 6:30pm and the other starting at 9:00pm. While early seating allows you plenty of time for late shows, it may rush your off shore excursions. Late seating on the other hand gives you time to relax but may hamper your late evening activities. Also, table seating is usually for four to eight persons and very rarely for two. If you do want a dinner for the twosome, you will have to make a prior request.

How do you get to the cruise ship?

Flying there or driving down if its close by are two of the most preferred options. Sometimes the cruise lines offer you a fly-cruise package, which is easier, but may be a trifle expensive than independent booking. These include transfers between the ship and the airport, which can again add up to the cost.

What are the documents needed?

Cruise vouchers and travel itineraries should typically reach you 2-3 weeks prior to your departure. Travel insurance is not mandatory but strongly advised as a carry along document in case of any mishaps. Passports are needed for all international destinations.

About the author

Smith Chen is an author and internet marketing consultant.
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We are into the latter part of summer, but that doesn’t mean many of us are not still traveling on vacations. Here are a few last minute tips to help you out.

First and foremost, figure out if you will need a passport for your trip. Recent regulation changes have been implemented that require you to have a passport to reenter the US from practically any country. This includes Mexico and Canada. The new regulation has led to a massive backlog, so make sure you have a current passport. If you need a new one, find out how long it will take and any exceptions that might apply to your destination.

A second issue to take into account is the end of summer weather. Mentally, we all usually equate the end of summer with cooling temperatures. In the Northern Hemisphere, this is not true. August is one of the hottest months and September will bake as well. Only in the latter half of September can you expect things to cool down. Plan and dress appropriately for the heat.

Electricity is the same everywhere except when it is not. If you live in the US, you should know the rest of the world for the most part run their electronics on a different voltage. If you are heading outside of the country, make sure you have a power converter. There is no better way to ruin a trip than to plug in the old laptop, here a crackling noise, smell a bad odor and know something very, very bad has happened!

If your wallet is light, try to look for charter air flights. These airlines offer intermittent flights through the summer. As summer comes to a close, the ticket prices can get super low. Once you buy a ticket, try to upgrade when checking in. I once paid $75 for an upgrade to first class on a flight from Paris to Los Angeles. Best $75 I ever spent!

Finally, avoid the doom and gloom. For some reason, we have become a species of complainers. Yes, the summer is coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean you need to sit around and complain about it. Doing so is not going to make time stop, so don’t! Get out there and enjoy yourself.

About the author

Rick Chapo is with NomadJournals.com - makers of writing journals for the outdoors

There’s only one place where you can wear practically next to nothing, in the middle of the day, in public, and get away with it. Where sipping an alcohol laden fruit cocktail mid-afternoon comes guilt-free. Where it’s easy to cast an eye over the beautiful bronzed body stretched on a towel near you. But not all beaches come with these devilish pleasures. Some are labelled ‘family-friendly’ ie busy with hoards of screaming kids. Others are packed wall-to-wall with the flab-ridden, pasty-white set.

But, if you choose well, the right beach makes a super adult playground. OK, you want to join in with the fun, so be sure to put in some serious preparation time. The fair sex will be familiar with the routine. Diet off those surplus pounds. Get waxing. Hit the shops for a serious session of wrap and bikini buying. Start applying the fake bake. If you’re a man, pump some iron to turn your pigeon-chest into rippling pecs, and your pot belly into abs of steel. You’re aiming to cut a swathe through the pot-bellied throng with your adonesque-like physique.

Now let’s quickly discount some also-rans, in our search for the sexiest beaches in America.
Daytona, Florida. It’s a simple choice - do you prefer to feed your gas-tank, or feed your passions. Uum, a no brainer.
Revere Beach, Boston. Choose brains before beauty? You might get lucky and find a spotty skinned MIT prof to flirt with. But not a genuinely attractive option.
Stinson Beach, Northern California. A truly happening place - well, maybe, about once a year when the icebergs drift away from shore.

Moving on to the top 3 serious contenders, in reverse order:

#3
South Beach, Miami South Beach is world famous as a party playground for the rich and famous. The beach itself is wide and made up of whitish (imported) sand, which can be a little coarse and hard on the feet in places. But who cares about the texture of the sand. Pick a sunbathing spot where you can clock some gorgeous hunks lifeguard training. Or watch the babelicious beauties playing beach volleyball in almost-disappearing bikinis. If life’s truly fair, a modelling scout from one of the numerous agencies will soon be over to sign you up. Take the opportunity to catch up on some ZZZs - because one thing’s for sure, you won’t be getting to bed early. For Miami Beach is home to some fantastic clubs. If you’re insanely rich, or stunningly good looking, try getting into one of the swish ones like Mynt. But you’ll have just as much of a good time at one of the less exclusive venues. A favorite of many is Crobar, popular and fun.

#2
Laguna Beach, Los Angeles It’s popularity has soared thanks to the glitz and glamour portrayed in the hit MTV series Laguna Beach, the real OC, and in many ways the location lives up the hype. Laguna Beach attracts a happy mix of serious A-crowd types, and sexy surf dudes. So hire a sweet-looking board, find a busy spot on the beach, and lounge back in the sand by your board. Break out a cold bottled bear from your cool box, and look friendly - a good tip is to temporarily lose your sunnies. You’ll have to blink furiously in the bright sunshine, but soon the opposite-sex will be round you like bees to a honey pot. Come up with a good line in hip sounding surf talk. If the worst comes to the worst, and you’ve no alternative to venturing into the ocean in a face-saving exercise, just bob about on your board beyond the break.

The Winner
Panama City Beach, Florida THE place to go, especially for Spring Break, but it’s pretty good many other times of the year too. During the day (if you manage to get up before sundown) just lie on the beach, soaking in the rays. Amble out for the occasional swim. Or try one of many sports such as parasailing, jet skiing, kite-surfing, snorkeling, or windsurfing. Most of the action is around the trendy and busy City and Bahama beaches. Here discreetly check out the hotties throwing frizbees. Watch some buff bodies playing beach soccer. Make new friends, and arrange to hook up with them later on in the evening. For this is when the resort comes alive - the bars are super lively, and the clubs really buzzing.

Panama City Beach wins hands down because it’s where absolutely everyone can go and have a good time. No need to look around you and feel your self-esteem ebbing away as you cast envy-ridden glances at the minted and bling-ridden. It’s just a wicked place to party.

About the author

Andy Woodspot loves travelling, meeting people and hanging out at the beach. Discover Andy’s other favorite beaches at Best Beaches.

Are you thinking about tours and travel in India. Travel in India mentally prepared. It has more than a tourist can ask for which will surely surprise with its unparalleled treasures. India is a land of tourism escapade and an oldest & greatest civilization from where every tourist has the will of tour through. Every year a large folk of tourists come for India travel tours. They come to travel in India for its prosperity of sights, heritage monuments, cultural excitement and diversity of picturesque backdrops. They come to India in the hunt for extraordinary something and an extra punch that only India tour offers and promises.

These days India tourism is in the stage of flourishing and its recourses are vast. There is a wide variety of tourism taste in India. It provides unique taste of history and culture. It is said that a country is best known by its culture and civilization and India has unique culture and civilization dating back approximately 5000 years. India is perhaps the world’s oldest and greatest civilization. During India tours one can observe India’s greatest civilization and culture. During your tours to India you will observe that India allures at every step with something new and something extra.

There are several scenic places to visit in India. During your tours in India you can visit many heritage monuments and picturesque locations weather they are world heritage Taj Mahal, beautiful hill stations, magnificient forts & palaces, golden beaches or perhaps one of the most alluring tourist circuit - golden triangle tour. These places to see in India will surely allure you.

When you are in Rajasthan tour, your fascination with its magnificient forts & palaces, blazing desert, enthralling wildlife etc will definitely increase and be everlasting. But your Rajasthan tour will be incomplete without taking part in one of the most important tourist circuit - golden triangle tour. This tour takes you Delhi to Agra & Jaipur. All these three important cities (Delhi - the capital of India, Agra - famous for world heritage Taj Mahal, and Jaipur - the capital of Rajasthan, also known as the Pink City) of north India have its own charm. Apart from this alluring tourist circuit of north India, there are also many fascinating places to visit in north India.

Many travel agencies organize day trips from Delhi to Agra and Jaipur. Also there are domestic flights in India to cover entire major picturesque locations. If you are in India travel tours and wish to travel around more of it, internal flights in India fulfill your dream. Flights within India have a wide network to make easy your tours of India. Indian domestic flights make you enable to explore entire subcontinent of India.

If you have beach-mania, Goa tours of India will be surely much stunning. If you are interested in backwater and ayurveda & yoga, Kerala tours will be too much fascinating. With the boom in India tourism industry, many travel agencies have started offering attractive India travel packages. These tailor-made India tour packages are also very affordable and beneficial for tourists.

Come and Tours to India with its unique fascination and discover its unparalleled treasures. The charm of India awaits you.

About the author

Michael Braganza is an eminent analyst and writer in Travel & Tourism related topics. He has authored many books on North to South India Tours and Places to Visit in India. Now he is rendering his services to http://www.avisittoindia.com/